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 21 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 8 (62% pass rate). It has 258,829 miles on the clock, averaging 14,786 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 RRU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 258,829 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 14,786 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 21 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 RRU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Green |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | HS — Portsmouth, Hampshire and Dorset |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About HS53 RRU
What car is HS53 RRU?
HS53 RRU is an green Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Portsmouth in 2003.
What is the mileage of HS53 RRU?
The last recorded mileage for HS53 RRU was 258,829 miles, recorded on 19 Oct 2020 during its most recent MOT test.
Has HS53 RRU passed its MOT?
HS53 RRU has had 21 MOT tests with a 62% pass rate (13 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 19 Oct 2020.
Is HS53 RRU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, HS53 RRU 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 HS53 RRU?
HS53 RRU is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.