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 13 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 5 (62% pass rate). It has 159,150 miles on the clock, averaging 11,646 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 MM53 VDR
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 159,150 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 10,315 |
| Average per year | 11,646 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 13 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 VDR |
| 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 VDR
What car is MM53 VDR?
MM53 VDR is an black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Manchester in 2004.
What is the mileage of MM53 VDR?
The last recorded mileage for MM53 VDR was 159,150 miles, recorded on 16 May 2016 during its most recent MOT test.
Has MM53 VDR passed its MOT?
MM53 VDR has had 13 MOT tests with a 62% pass rate (8 passes, 5 failures). It last was tested on 16 May 2016.
Is MM53 VDR ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, MM53 VDR 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 VDR?
MM53 VDR is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.