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 19 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 6 (68% pass rate). It has 123,946 miles on the clock, averaging 7,271 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 LM53 CUY
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 123,946 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 6,431 |
| Average per year | 7,271 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 19 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 | LM53 CUY |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | LM — Stanmore, London |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About LM53 CUY
What car is LM53 CUY?
LM53 CUY is an silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Stanmore in 2003.
What is the mileage of LM53 CUY?
The last recorded mileage for LM53 CUY was 123,946 miles, recorded on 16 Aug 2018 during its most recent MOT test.
Has LM53 CUY passed its MOT?
LM53 CUY has had 19 MOT tests with a 68% pass rate (13 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 16 Aug 2018.
Is LM53 CUY ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, LM53 CUY 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 LM53 CUY?
LM53 CUY is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.