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 15 MOT tests on record, passing every one. It has 91,367 miles on the clock, averaging 5,655 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 HV53 JYR
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 91,367 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 3,519 |
| Average per year | 5,655 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 15 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 | HV53 JYR |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | HV — Portsmouth, Hampshire and Dorset |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About HV53 JYR
What car is HV53 JYR?
HV53 JYR is an black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Portsmouth in 2003.
What is the mileage of HV53 JYR?
The last recorded mileage for HV53 JYR was 91,367 miles, recorded on 24 Feb 2021 during its most recent MOT test.
Has HV53 JYR passed its MOT?
HV53 JYR has had 15 MOT tests with an 100% pass rate (15 passes, 0 failures). It last passed on 24 Feb 2021.
Is HV53 JYR ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, HV53 JYR 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 HV53 JYR?
HV53 JYR is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.