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 22 MOT tests on record, passing 19 and failing 3 (86% pass rate). It has 100,484 miles on the clock, averaging 3,839 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.9 TDI engine is known for turbocharger vnt actuator.
MOT & Mileage History for LT53 VWJ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 100,484 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 486 |
| Average per year | 3,839 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 22 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 VWJ |
| 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 VWJ
What car is LT53 VWJ?
LT53 VWJ is an silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Stanmore in 2003.
What is the mileage of LT53 VWJ?
The last recorded mileage for LT53 VWJ was 100,484 miles, recorded on 6 Jun 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has LT53 VWJ passed its MOT?
LT53 VWJ has had 22 MOT tests with an 86% pass rate (19 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 6 Jun 2026.
Is LT53 VWJ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, LT53 VWJ 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 VWJ?
LT53 VWJ is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.