Vehicle summary
ULEZ status is estimated based on fuel type and registration year. It may not reflect the actual emission standard of this vehicle. Check with TfL for a definitive answer.
At a glance
This 2003 Volkswagen Golf Diesel 1896cc has had 17 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 3 (82% pass rate). It has 166,936 miles on the clock, averaging 7,725 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400. The 1.9 TDI engine is known for turbocharger vnt actuator.
MOT & Mileage History for GK53 MVA
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 166,936 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 4,170 |
| Average per year | 7,725 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 17 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Volkswagen Golf
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Turbocharger VNT actuator (vacuum-operated, part-specific to PD turbos like K03/K04 variants)
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | GK53 MVA |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | GK — Maidstone, Garden of England |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About GK53 MVA
What car is GK53 MVA?
GK53 MVA is a silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Maidstone in 2003.
What is the mileage of GK53 MVA?
The last recorded mileage for GK53 MVA was 166,936 miles, recorded on 27 Sep 2022 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GK53 MVA passed its MOT?
GK53 MVA has had 17 MOT tests with an 82% pass rate (14 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 27 Sep 2022.
Is GK53 MVA ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GK53 MVA is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2003, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is GK53 MVA?
GK53 MVA is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.