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 16 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 7 (56% pass rate). It has 152,161 miles on the clock, averaging 11,588 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 GU53 UVP
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 152,161 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | -474 |
| Average per year | 11,588 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 16 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 | GU53 UVP |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | GU — Brighton, Garden of England |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About GU53 UVP
What car is GU53 UVP?
GU53 UVP is a silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Brighton in 2003.
What is the mileage of GU53 UVP?
The last recorded mileage for GU53 UVP was 152,161 miles, recorded on 23 Feb 2016 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GU53 UVP passed its MOT?
GU53 UVP has had 16 MOT tests with a 56% pass rate (9 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 23 Feb 2016.
Is GU53 UVP ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GU53 UVP 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 GU53 UVP?
GU53 UVP is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.