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 19 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 3 (84% pass rate). It has 191,908 miles on the clock, averaging 10,040 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. The 1.9 TDI engine is known for turbocharger vnt actuator.
MOT & Mileage History for LB53 VEO
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 191,908 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 5,942 |
| Average per year | 10,040 |
| 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 VEO |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| 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 VEO
What car is LB53 VEO?
LB53 VEO is an black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Wimbledon in 2004.
What is the mileage of LB53 VEO?
The last recorded mileage for LB53 VEO was 191,908 miles, recorded on 16 Sep 2021 during its most recent MOT test.
Has LB53 VEO passed its MOT?
LB53 VEO has had 19 MOT tests with an 84% pass rate (16 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 16 Sep 2021.
Is LB53 VEO ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, LB53 VEO 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 VEO?
LB53 VEO is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.