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 18 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 4 (78% pass rate). It has 123,218 miles on the clock, averaging 7,619 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 MP53 TDP
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 123,218 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 2,775 |
| Average per year | 7,619 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 18 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 | MP53 TDP |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | MP — Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About MP53 TDP
What car is MP53 TDP?
MP53 TDP is an black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Manchester in 2004.
What is the mileage of MP53 TDP?
The last recorded mileage for MP53 TDP was 123,218 miles, recorded on 4 Aug 2020 during its most recent MOT test.
Has MP53 TDP passed its MOT?
MP53 TDP has had 18 MOT tests with a 78% pass rate (14 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 4 Aug 2020.
Is MP53 TDP ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, MP53 TDP 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 MP53 TDP?
MP53 TDP is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.