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 11 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing once (91% pass rate). It has 153,388 miles on the clock, averaging 13,087 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 GL53 NYT
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 153,388 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 20,547 |
| Average per year | 13,087 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 11 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 NYT |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| 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 NYT
What car is GL53 NYT?
GL53 NYT is a blue Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Maidstone in 2003.
What is the mileage of GL53 NYT?
The last recorded mileage for GL53 NYT was 153,388 miles, recorded on 19 Apr 2016 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GL53 NYT passed its MOT?
GL53 NYT has had 11 MOT tests with an 91% pass rate (10 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 19 Apr 2016.
Is GL53 NYT ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GL53 NYT 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 NYT?
GL53 NYT is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.