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 2004 Volkswagen Golf Diesel 1896cc has had 25 MOT tests on record, passing 18 and failing 7 (72% pass rate). It has 137,156 miles on the clock, averaging 5,661 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 MM53 VCU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 137,156 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 2,661 |
| Average per year | 5,661 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 25 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 | MM53 VCU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | MM — Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About MM53 VCU
What car is MM53 VCU?
MM53 VCU is an black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Manchester in 2004.
What is the mileage of MM53 VCU?
The last recorded mileage for MM53 VCU was 137,156 miles, recorded on 10 Jul 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has MM53 VCU passed its MOT?
MM53 VCU has had 25 MOT tests with a 72% pass rate (18 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 10 Jul 2025.
Is MM53 VCU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, MM53 VCU is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2004, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is MM53 VCU?
MM53 VCU is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.