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 7 MOT tests on record, passing 5 and failing 2 (71% pass rate). It has 129,912 miles on the clock, averaging 11,885 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. The 1.9 TDI engine is known for turbocharger vnt actuator.
MOT & Mileage History for LR53 ELU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 129,912 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 16,313 |
| Average per year | 11,885 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 7 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 ELU |
| 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 ELU
What car is LR53 ELU?
LR53 ELU is an black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Stanmore in 2003.
What is the mileage of LR53 ELU?
The last recorded mileage for LR53 ELU was 129,912 miles, recorded on 29 Sep 2011 during its most recent MOT test.
Has LR53 ELU passed its MOT?
LR53 ELU has had 7 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (5 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 29 Sep 2011.
Is LR53 ELU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, LR53 ELU 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 ELU?
LR53 ELU is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.