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 27 MOT tests on record, passing 19 and failing 8 (70% pass rate). It has 175,277 miles on the clock, averaging 6,382 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 HD53 MWU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 175,277 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 6,382 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 27 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 | HD53 MWU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | HD — Bournemouth, Hampshire and Dorset |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About HD53 MWU
What car is HD53 MWU?
HD53 MWU is an silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Bournemouth in 2004.
What is the mileage of HD53 MWU?
The last recorded mileage for HD53 MWU was 175,277 miles, recorded on 29 Dec 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has HD53 MWU passed its MOT?
HD53 MWU has had 27 MOT tests with a 70% pass rate (19 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 29 Dec 2025.
Is HD53 MWU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, HD53 MWU 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 HD53 MWU?
HD53 MWU is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.