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 37 MOT tests on record, passing 20 and failing 17 (54% pass rate). It has 210,509 miles on the clock, averaging 7,705 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 MK53 FGG
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Average miles/year
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 210,509 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 8 |
| Average per year | 7,705 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 37 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 FGG |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Green |
| 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 FGG
What car is MK53 FGG?
MK53 FGG is an green Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Manchester in 2003.
What is the mileage of MK53 FGG?
The last recorded mileage for MK53 FGG was 210,509 miles, recorded on 5 Jan 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has MK53 FGG passed its MOT?
MK53 FGG has had 37 MOT tests with a 54% pass rate (20 passes, 17 failures). It last passed on 5 Jan 2026.
Is MK53 FGG ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, MK53 FGG 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 FGG?
MK53 FGG is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.