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 23 MOT tests on record, passing 19 and failing 4 (83% pass rate). It has 190,977 miles on the clock, averaging 7,965 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 MJ53 MHO
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 190,977 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 1,615 |
| Average per year | 7,965 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 23 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 MHO |
| 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 MHO
What car is MJ53 MHO?
MJ53 MHO is an black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Manchester in 2003.
What is the mileage of MJ53 MHO?
The last recorded mileage for MJ53 MHO was 190,977 miles, recorded on 4 Oct 2024 during its most recent MOT test.
Has MJ53 MHO passed its MOT?
MJ53 MHO has had 23 MOT tests with an 83% pass rate (19 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 4 Oct 2024.
Is MJ53 MHO ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, MJ53 MHO 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 MHO?
MJ53 MHO is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.