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 26 MOT tests on record, passing 20 and failing 6 (77% pass rate). It has 167,413 miles on the clock, averaging 6,361 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 LT53 VWC
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 167,413 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 8,993 |
| Average per year | 6,361 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 26 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 VWC |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Grey |
| 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 VWC
What car is LT53 VWC?
LT53 VWC is an grey Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Stanmore in 2003.
What is the mileage of LT53 VWC?
The last recorded mileage for LT53 VWC was 167,413 miles, recorded on 5 Sep 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has LT53 VWC passed its MOT?
LT53 VWC has had 26 MOT tests with a 77% pass rate (20 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 5 Sep 2025.
Is LT53 VWC ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, LT53 VWC 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 VWC?
LT53 VWC is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.