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 22 MOT tests on record, passing 19 and failing 3 (86% pass rate). It has 98,346 miles on the clock, averaging 4,728 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.9 TDI engine is known for turbocharger vnt actuator.
MOT & Mileage History for LD53 DAO
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Average miles/year
Gap in MOT history
Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 98,346 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 4,728 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 22 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 | LD53 DAO |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | LD — Wimbledon, London |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About LD53 DAO
What car is LD53 DAO?
LD53 DAO is an silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Wimbledon in 2003.
What is the mileage of LD53 DAO?
The last recorded mileage for LD53 DAO was 98,346 miles, recorded on 25 Jan 2024 during its most recent MOT test.
Has LD53 DAO passed its MOT?
LD53 DAO has had 22 MOT tests with an 86% pass rate (19 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 25 Jan 2024.
Is LD53 DAO ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, LD53 DAO 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 LD53 DAO?
LD53 DAO is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.