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 17 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 2 (88% pass rate). It has 214,271 miles on the clock, averaging 11,132 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 WDD
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 214,271 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 16,215 |
| Average per year | 11,132 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 17 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 WDD |
| 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 WDD
What car is LB53 WDD?
LB53 WDD is an black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Wimbledon in 2004.
What is the mileage of LB53 WDD?
The last recorded mileage for LB53 WDD was 214,271 miles, recorded on 5 Aug 2021 during its most recent MOT test.
Has LB53 WDD passed its MOT?
LB53 WDD has had 17 MOT tests with an 88% pass rate (15 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 5 Aug 2021.
Is LB53 WDD ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, LB53 WDD 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 WDD?
LB53 WDD is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.