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 2004 Volkswagen Golf Diesel 1896cc has had 24 MOT tests on record, passing 17 and failing 7 (71% pass rate). It has 123,679 miles on the clock, averaging 5,493 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.9 TDI engine is known for turbocharger vnt actuator.
MOT & Mileage History for GR53 CDE
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 123,679 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 1,950 |
| Average per year | 5,493 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 24 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 | GR53 CDE |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | GR — Brighton, Garden of England |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About GR53 CDE
What car is GR53 CDE?
GR53 CDE is a black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Brighton in 2004.
What is the mileage of GR53 CDE?
The last recorded mileage for GR53 CDE was 123,679 miles, recorded on 14 Aug 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GR53 CDE passed its MOT?
GR53 CDE has had 24 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (17 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 14 Aug 2026.
Is GR53 CDE ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GR53 CDE is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2004, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is GR53 CDE?
GR53 CDE is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.