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 15 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 4 (73% pass rate). It has 181,029 miles on the clock, averaging 9,911 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 LC53 LKJ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 181,029 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 8 |
| Average per year | 9,911 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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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 | LC53 LKJ |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | LC — Wimbledon, London |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About LC53 LKJ
What car is LC53 LKJ?
LC53 LKJ is an silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Wimbledon in 2003.
What is the mileage of LC53 LKJ?
The last recorded mileage for LC53 LKJ was 181,029 miles, recorded on 29 Dec 2018 during its most recent MOT test.
Has LC53 LKJ passed its MOT?
LC53 LKJ has had 15 MOT tests with a 73% pass rate (11 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 29 Dec 2018.
Is LC53 LKJ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, LC53 LKJ 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 LC53 LKJ?
LC53 LKJ is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.