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 15 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 5 (67% pass rate). It has 186,057 miles on the clock, averaging 14,150 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 MJ53 MPE
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 186,057 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 10,673 |
| Average per year | 14,150 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 15 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 MPE |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| 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 MPE
What car is MJ53 MPE?
MJ53 MPE is an silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Manchester in 2003.
What is the mileage of MJ53 MPE?
The last recorded mileage for MJ53 MPE was 186,057 miles, recorded on 12 Dec 2016 during its most recent MOT test.
Has MJ53 MPE passed its MOT?
MJ53 MPE has had 15 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (10 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 12 Dec 2016.
Is MJ53 MPE ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, MJ53 MPE 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 MPE?
MJ53 MPE is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.