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 12 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 3 (75% pass rate). It has 103,613 miles on the clock, averaging 7,263 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 LK53 OFZ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 103,613 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 10,630 |
| Average per year | 7,263 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 12 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 | LK53 OFZ |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | LK — Stanmore, London |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About LK53 OFZ
What car is LK53 OFZ?
LK53 OFZ is an black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Stanmore in 2003.
What is the mileage of LK53 OFZ?
The last recorded mileage for LK53 OFZ was 103,613 miles, recorded on 11 May 2016 during its most recent MOT test.
Has LK53 OFZ passed its MOT?
LK53 OFZ has had 12 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (9 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 11 May 2016.
Is LK53 OFZ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, LK53 OFZ 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 LK53 OFZ?
LK53 OFZ is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.