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 21 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 5 (76% pass rate). It has 158,613 miles on the clock, averaging 6,242 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.9 TDI engine is known for turbocharger vnt actuator.
MOT & Mileage History for LG53 HMU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 158,613 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 4,593 |
| Average per year | 6,242 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 21 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 | LG53 HMU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | LG — Wimbledon, London |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About LG53 HMU
What car is LG53 HMU?
LG53 HMU is an black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Wimbledon in 2003.
What is the mileage of LG53 HMU?
The last recorded mileage for LG53 HMU was 158,613 miles, recorded on 16 Jan 2023 during its most recent MOT test.
Has LG53 HMU passed its MOT?
LG53 HMU has had 21 MOT tests with a 76% pass rate (16 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 16 Jan 2023.
Is LG53 HMU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, LG53 HMU 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 LG53 HMU?
LG53 HMU is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.