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 27 MOT tests on record, passing 19 and failing 8 (70% pass rate). It has 171,770 miles on the clock, averaging 7,164 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 CEY
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 171,770 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 1,753 |
| Average per year | 7,164 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 27 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 CEY |
| 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 CEY
What car is LB53 CEY?
LB53 CEY is an blue Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Wimbledon in 2003.
What is the mileage of LB53 CEY?
The last recorded mileage for LB53 CEY was 171,770 miles, recorded on 5 Mar 2024 during its most recent MOT test.
Has LB53 CEY passed its MOT?
LB53 CEY has had 27 MOT tests with a 70% pass rate (19 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 5 Mar 2024.
Is LB53 CEY ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, LB53 CEY 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 CEY?
LB53 CEY is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.