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 16 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 7 (56% pass rate). The 1.9 TDI engine is known for turbocharger vnt actuator.
MOT & Mileage History for LR53 DZE
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 174,465 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 21,388 |
| Average per year | 7,936 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 16 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 | LR53 DZE |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | LR — Stanmore, London |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About LR53 DZE
What car is LR53 DZE?
LR53 DZE is an black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Stanmore in 2003.
Has LR53 DZE passed its MOT?
LR53 DZE has had 16 MOT tests with a 56% pass rate (9 passes, 7 failures). It last was tested on 18 Mar 2022.
Is LR53 DZE ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, LR53 DZE 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 LR53 DZE?
LR53 DZE is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.