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 34 MOT tests on record, passing 20 and failing 14 (59% pass rate). It has 209,139 miles on the clock, averaging 9,087 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 LT53 UEP
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 209,139 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 9,087 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 34 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 | LT53 UEP |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | LT — Stanmore, London |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About LT53 UEP
What car is LT53 UEP?
LT53 UEP is an silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Stanmore in 2003.
What is the mileage of LT53 UEP?
The last recorded mileage for LT53 UEP was 209,139 miles, recorded on 27 Jan 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has LT53 UEP passed its MOT?
LT53 UEP has had 34 MOT tests with a 59% pass rate (20 passes, 14 failures). It last passed on 27 Jan 2026.
Is LT53 UEP ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, LT53 UEP 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 LT53 UEP?
LT53 UEP is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.