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 13 and failing 2 (87% pass rate). It has 160,400 miles on the clock, averaging 6,858 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 MK53 WLN
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 160,400 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 10,957 |
| Average per year | 6,858 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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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 | MK53 WLN |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Red |
| 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 WLN
What car is MK53 WLN?
MK53 WLN is an red Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Manchester in 2003.
What is the mileage of MK53 WLN?
The last recorded mileage for MK53 WLN was 160,400 miles, recorded on 6 May 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has MK53 WLN passed its MOT?
MK53 WLN has had 15 MOT tests with an 87% pass rate (13 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 6 May 2019.
Is MK53 WLN ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, MK53 WLN 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 WLN?
MK53 WLN is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.