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 19 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 4 (79% pass rate). It has 177,402 miles on the clock, averaging 7,138 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 LB53 CEF
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 177,402 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 7,138 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 19 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 | LB53 CEF |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | LB — Wimbledon, London |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About LB53 CEF
What car is LB53 CEF?
LB53 CEF is an blue Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Wimbledon in 2003.
What is the mileage of LB53 CEF?
The last recorded mileage for LB53 CEF was 177,402 miles, recorded on 18 Dec 2020 during its most recent MOT test.
Has LB53 CEF passed its MOT?
LB53 CEF has had 19 MOT tests with a 79% pass rate (15 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 18 Dec 2020.
Is LB53 CEF ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, LB53 CEF 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 LB53 CEF?
LB53 CEF is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.