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 12 and failing 4 (75% pass rate). It has 211,267 miles on the clock, averaging 13,264 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 LS53 VCL
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 211,267 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 4,199 |
| Average per year | 13,264 |
| 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 | LS53 VCL |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | LS — Stanmore, London |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About LS53 VCL
What car is LS53 VCL?
LS53 VCL is an red Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Stanmore in 2003.
What is the mileage of LS53 VCL?
The last recorded mileage for LS53 VCL was 211,267 miles, recorded on 14 Dec 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has LS53 VCL passed its MOT?
LS53 VCL has had 16 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (12 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 14 Dec 2017.
Is LS53 VCL ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, LS53 VCL 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 LS53 VCL?
LS53 VCL is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.