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 22 MOT tests on record, passing 20 and failing 2 (91% pass rate). It has 175,932 miles on the clock, averaging 7,908 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 NC53 NWD
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 175,932 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 6,954 |
| Average per year | 7,908 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 22 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 | NC53 NWD |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | NC — Newcastle, North |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About NC53 NWD
What car is NC53 NWD?
NC53 NWD is an black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Newcastle in 2004.
What is the mileage of NC53 NWD?
The last recorded mileage for NC53 NWD was 175,932 miles, recorded on 28 Nov 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has NC53 NWD passed its MOT?
NC53 NWD has had 22 MOT tests with an 91% pass rate (20 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 28 Nov 2025.
Is NC53 NWD ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, NC53 NWD 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 NC53 NWD?
NC53 NWD is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.