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 20 MOT tests on record, passing every one. It has 158,813 miles on the clock, averaging 6,571 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 MJ53 FLF
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 158,813 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 3,870 |
| Average per year | 6,571 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 20 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 | MJ53 FLF |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | MJ — Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About MJ53 FLF
What car is MJ53 FLF?
MJ53 FLF is an black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Manchester in 2003.
What is the mileage of MJ53 FLF?
The last recorded mileage for MJ53 FLF was 158,813 miles, recorded on 29 Sep 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has MJ53 FLF passed its MOT?
MJ53 FLF has had 20 MOT tests with an 100% pass rate (20 passes, 0 failures). It last passed on 29 Sep 2025.
Is MJ53 FLF ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, MJ53 FLF 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 MJ53 FLF?
MJ53 FLF is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.