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 2004 Volkswagen Golf Diesel 1896cc has had 17 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 5 (71% pass rate). It has 143,350 miles on the clock, averaging 7,851 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400. The 1.9 TDI engine is known for turbocharger vnt actuator.
MOT & Mileage History for MD53 GWG
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 143,350 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 8 |
| Average per year | 7,851 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 17 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 | MD53 GWG |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | MD — Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About MD53 GWG
What car is MD53 GWG?
MD53 GWG is an black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Manchester in 2004.
What is the mileage of MD53 GWG?
The last recorded mileage for MD53 GWG was 143,350 miles, recorded on 19 Feb 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has MD53 GWG passed its MOT?
MD53 GWG has had 17 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (12 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 19 Feb 2019.
Is MD53 GWG ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, MD53 GWG is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2004, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is MD53 GWG?
MD53 GWG is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.