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 19 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 7 (63% pass rate). It has 140,445 miles on the clock, averaging 9,762 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 MK53 FBD
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
MOT failures recorded
Average miles/year
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 140,445 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 9,762 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 19 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 | MK53 FBD |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | MK — Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About MK53 FBD
What car is MK53 FBD?
MK53 FBD is an black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Manchester in 2003.
What is the mileage of MK53 FBD?
The last recorded mileage for MK53 FBD was 140,445 miles, recorded on 29 Oct 2018 during its most recent MOT test.
Has MK53 FBD passed its MOT?
MK53 FBD has had 19 MOT tests with a 63% pass rate (12 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 29 Oct 2018.
Is MK53 FBD ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, MK53 FBD 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 MK53 FBD?
MK53 FBD is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.