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 22 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 8 (64% pass rate). It has 160,832 miles on the clock, averaging 10,055 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 HS53 DDE
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 160,832 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 197 |
| Average per year | 10,055 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 22 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 | HS53 DDE |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | HS — Portsmouth, Hampshire and Dorset |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About HS53 DDE
What car is HS53 DDE?
HS53 DDE is an silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Portsmouth in 2004.
What is the mileage of HS53 DDE?
The last recorded mileage for HS53 DDE was 160,832 miles, recorded on 13 Mar 2020 during its most recent MOT test.
Has HS53 DDE passed its MOT?
HS53 DDE has had 22 MOT tests with a 64% pass rate (14 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 13 Mar 2020.
Is HS53 DDE ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, HS53 DDE 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 HS53 DDE?
HS53 DDE is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.