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 17 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 4 (76% pass rate). It has 196,828 miles on the clock, averaging 9,716 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 LWP
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 196,828 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 9,716 |
| 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 | LC53 LWP |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| 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 LWP
What car is LC53 LWP?
LC53 LWP is an black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Wimbledon in 2003.
What is the mileage of LC53 LWP?
The last recorded mileage for LC53 LWP was 196,828 miles, recorded on 5 Dec 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has LC53 LWP passed its MOT?
LC53 LWP has had 17 MOT tests with a 76% pass rate (13 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 5 Dec 2019.
Is LC53 LWP ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, LC53 LWP 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 LWP?
LC53 LWP is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.