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 19 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 6 (68% pass rate). It has 170,935 miles on the clock, averaging 10,034 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 NC53 NWK
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 170,935 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 10,034 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 19 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 NWK |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | NC — Newcastle, North |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About NC53 NWK
What car is NC53 NWK?
NC53 NWK is an black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Newcastle in 2003.
What is the mileage of NC53 NWK?
The last recorded mileage for NC53 NWK was 170,935 miles, recorded on 13 Mar 2020 during its most recent MOT test.
Has NC53 NWK passed its MOT?
NC53 NWK has had 19 MOT tests with a 68% pass rate (13 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 13 Mar 2020.
Is NC53 NWK ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, NC53 NWK 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 NC53 NWK?
NC53 NWK is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.