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 5 MOT tests on record, passing 4 and failing once (80% pass rate). It has 104,331 miles on the clock, averaging 14,655 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 UAE
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 104,331 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 13,165 |
| Average per year | 14,655 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 5 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 UAE |
| 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 UAE
What car is GL53 UAE?
GL53 UAE is a blue Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Maidstone in 2003.
What is the mileage of GL53 UAE?
The last recorded mileage for GL53 UAE was 104,331 miles, recorded on 6 Nov 2009 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GL53 UAE passed its MOT?
GL53 UAE has had 5 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (4 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 6 Nov 2009.
Is GL53 UAE ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GL53 UAE 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 UAE?
GL53 UAE is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.