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 21 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 6 (71% pass rate). It has 148,643 miles on the clock, averaging 6,305 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.9 TDI engine is known for turbocharger vnt actuator.
MOT & Mileage History for ND53 OHW
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 148,643 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 5,659 |
| Average per year | 6,305 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 21 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 OHW |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| 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 OHW
What car is ND53 OHW?
ND53 OHW is an black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Newcastle in 2003.
What is the mileage of ND53 OHW?
The last recorded mileage for ND53 OHW was 148,643 miles, recorded on 21 Oct 2021 during its most recent MOT test.
Has ND53 OHW passed its MOT?
ND53 OHW has had 21 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (15 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 21 Oct 2021.
Is ND53 OHW ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, ND53 OHW 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 OHW?
ND53 OHW is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.