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 2004 Volkswagen Golf Diesel 1896cc has had 15 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 5 (67% pass rate). It has 142,700 miles on the clock, averaging 7,595 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400. The 1.9 TDI engine is known for turbocharger vnt actuator.
MOT & Mileage History for LB53 VBA
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 142,700 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 7,595 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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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 | LB53 VBA |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | LB — Wimbledon, London |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About LB53 VBA
What car is LB53 VBA?
LB53 VBA is an blue Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Wimbledon in 2004.
What is the mileage of LB53 VBA?
The last recorded mileage for LB53 VBA was 142,700 miles, recorded on 15 Apr 2015 during its most recent MOT test.
Has LB53 VBA passed its MOT?
LB53 VBA has had 15 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (10 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 15 Apr 2015.
Is LB53 VBA ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, LB53 VBA is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2004, 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 VBA?
LB53 VBA is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.