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 12 and failing 2 (86% pass rate). It has 174,708 miles on the clock, averaging 11,735 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 ND53 EBN
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 174,708 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 10,883 |
| Average per year | 11,735 |
| 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 | ND53 EBN |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | ND — Newcastle, North |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About ND53 EBN
What car is ND53 EBN?
ND53 EBN is an silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Newcastle in 2003.
What is the mileage of ND53 EBN?
The last recorded mileage for ND53 EBN was 174,708 miles, recorded on 5 Mar 2018 during its most recent MOT test.
Has ND53 EBN passed its MOT?
ND53 EBN has had 14 MOT tests with an 86% pass rate (12 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 5 Mar 2018.
Is ND53 EBN ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, ND53 EBN 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 ND53 EBN?
ND53 EBN is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.