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 31 MOT tests on record, passing 20 and failing 11 (65% pass rate). It has 252,944 miles on the clock, averaging 10,938 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. The 1.9 TDI engine is known for turbocharger vnt actuator.
MOT & Mileage History for GK53 UGC
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Average miles/year
Gap in MOT history
Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 252,944 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 10,938 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 31 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 UGC |
| 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 UGC
What car is GK53 UGC?
GK53 UGC is a silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Maidstone in 2003.
What is the mileage of GK53 UGC?
The last recorded mileage for GK53 UGC was 252,944 miles, recorded on 7 May 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GK53 UGC passed its MOT?
GK53 UGC has had 31 MOT tests with a 65% pass rate (20 passes, 11 failures). It last passed on 7 May 2026.
Is GK53 UGC ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GK53 UGC 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 UGC?
GK53 UGC is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.