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 12 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 2 (83% pass rate). It has 157,126 miles on the clock, averaging 14,636 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 MA53 AKG
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 157,126 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 17,750 |
| Average per year | 14,636 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 12 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 | MA53 AKG |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | MA — Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About MA53 AKG
What car is MA53 AKG?
MA53 AKG is an blue Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Manchester in 2003.
What is the mileage of MA53 AKG?
The last recorded mileage for MA53 AKG was 157,126 miles, recorded on 21 Aug 2015 during its most recent MOT test.
Has MA53 AKG passed its MOT?
MA53 AKG has had 12 MOT tests with an 83% pass rate (10 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 21 Aug 2015.
Is MA53 AKG ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, MA53 AKG 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 MA53 AKG?
MA53 AKG is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.