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 28 MOT tests on record, passing 19 and failing 9 (68% pass rate). It has 224,834 miles on the clock, averaging 10,769 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 VYA
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 224,834 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 9,046 |
| Average per year | 10,769 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 28 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 VYA |
| 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 VYA
What car is LT53 VYA?
LT53 VYA is an silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Stanmore in 2003.
What is the mileage of LT53 VYA?
The last recorded mileage for LT53 VYA was 224,834 miles, recorded on 14 Jul 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has LT53 VYA passed its MOT?
LT53 VYA has had 28 MOT tests with a 68% pass rate (19 passes, 9 failures). It last was tested on 14 Jul 2025.
Is LT53 VYA ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, LT53 VYA 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 VYA?
LT53 VYA is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.