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 13 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 2 (85% pass rate). It has 56,798 miles on the clock, averaging 3,881 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 HS53 RRY
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 56,798 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 9,837 |
| Average per year | 3,881 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 13 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 RRY |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| 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 RRY
What car is HS53 RRY?
HS53 RRY is an blue Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Portsmouth in 2003.
What is the mileage of HS53 RRY?
The last recorded mileage for HS53 RRY was 56,798 miles, recorded on 28 Jul 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has HS53 RRY passed its MOT?
HS53 RRY has had 13 MOT tests with an 85% pass rate (11 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 28 Jul 2017.
Is HS53 RRY ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, HS53 RRY 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 RRY?
HS53 RRY is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.