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 14 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 3 (79% pass rate). It has 127,825 miles on the clock, averaging 8,426 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 MT53 UFB
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 127,825 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 6,060 |
| Average per year | 8,426 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 14 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 | MT53 UFB |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | MT — Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About MT53 UFB
What car is MT53 UFB?
MT53 UFB is an silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Manchester in 2003.
What is the mileage of MT53 UFB?
The last recorded mileage for MT53 UFB was 127,825 miles, recorded on 26 Nov 2016 during its most recent MOT test.
Has MT53 UFB passed its MOT?
MT53 UFB has had 14 MOT tests with a 79% pass rate (11 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 26 Nov 2016.
Is MT53 UFB ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, MT53 UFB 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 MT53 UFB?
MT53 UFB is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.