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 24 MOT tests on record, passing 20 and failing 4 (83% pass rate). It has 217,134 miles on the clock, averaging 8,383 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 MW53 HPU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 217,134 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 1,922 |
| Average per year | 8,383 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 24 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 | MW53 HPU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | MW — Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About MW53 HPU
What car is MW53 HPU?
MW53 HPU is an red Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Manchester in 2004.
What is the mileage of MW53 HPU?
The last recorded mileage for MW53 HPU was 217,134 miles, recorded on 15 Jan 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has MW53 HPU passed its MOT?
MW53 HPU has had 24 MOT tests with an 83% pass rate (20 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 15 Jan 2026.
Is MW53 HPU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, MW53 HPU 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 MW53 HPU?
MW53 HPU is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.