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 11 and failing 6 (65% pass rate). It has 189,705 miles on the clock, averaging 8,542 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 GL53 AXU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 189,705 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 3 |
| Average per year | 8,542 |
| 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 | GL53 AXU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | GL — Maidstone, Garden of England |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About GL53 AXU
What car is GL53 AXU?
GL53 AXU is a silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Maidstone in 2003.
What is the mileage of GL53 AXU?
The last recorded mileage for GL53 AXU was 189,705 miles, recorded on 22 Dec 2016 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GL53 AXU passed its MOT?
GL53 AXU has had 17 MOT tests with a 65% pass rate (11 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 22 Dec 2016.
Is GL53 AXU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GL53 AXU 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 GL53 AXU?
GL53 AXU is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.