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 22 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 7 (68% pass rate). It has 199,720 miles on the clock, averaging 11,361 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 VWG
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 199,720 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 11,361 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 22 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 VWG |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Red |
| 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 VWG
What car is GL53 VWG?
GL53 VWG is a red Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Maidstone in 2003.
What is the mileage of GL53 VWG?
The last recorded mileage for GL53 VWG was 199,720 miles, recorded on 25 Nov 2022 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GL53 VWG passed its MOT?
GL53 VWG has had 22 MOT tests with a 68% pass rate (15 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 25 Nov 2022.
Is GL53 VWG ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GL53 VWG 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 VWG?
GL53 VWG is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.