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 18 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 7 (61% pass rate). It has 152,822 miles on the clock, averaging 10,933 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 GV53 ANF
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 152,822 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 1,596 |
| Average per year | 10,933 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 18 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 | GV53 ANF |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | GV — Brighton, Garden of England |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About GV53 ANF
What car is GV53 ANF?
GV53 ANF is a silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Brighton in 2003.
What is the mileage of GV53 ANF?
The last recorded mileage for GV53 ANF was 152,822 miles, recorded on 9 Aug 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GV53 ANF passed its MOT?
GV53 ANF has had 18 MOT tests with a 61% pass rate (11 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 9 Aug 2017.
Is GV53 ANF ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GV53 ANF 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 GV53 ANF?
GV53 ANF is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.