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 23 MOT tests on record, passing 21 and failing 2 (91% pass rate). It has 122,880 miles on the clock, averaging 4,987 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.9 TDI engine is known for turbocharger vnt actuator.
MOT & Mileage History for HF53 DSZ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Gap in MOT history
Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 122,880 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 4,593 |
| Average per year | 4,987 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 23 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 | HF53 DSZ |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | HF — Bournemouth, Hampshire and Dorset |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About HF53 DSZ
What car is HF53 DSZ?
HF53 DSZ is an blue Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Bournemouth in 2003.
What is the mileage of HF53 DSZ?
The last recorded mileage for HF53 DSZ was 122,880 miles, recorded on 15 Jul 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has HF53 DSZ passed its MOT?
HF53 DSZ has had 23 MOT tests with an 91% pass rate (21 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 15 Jul 2026.
Is HF53 DSZ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, HF53 DSZ 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 HF53 DSZ?
HF53 DSZ is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.