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 2019 Volkswagen Golf Petrol 1498cc has had 8 MOT tests on record, passing 5 and failing 3 (63% pass rate). It has 39,453 miles on the clock, averaging 5,982 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.5 TSI engine is known for dada and engine management software / act (active cylinder technology) calibration.
MOT & Mileage History for NE53 MEL
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 39,453 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 8,146 |
| Average per year | 5,982 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 8 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Volkswagen Golf
These are the most commonly reported problems on Volkswagen Golf models (2012–2020), based on owner reports and workshop data across the UK.
DADA
Engine management software / ACT (Active Cylinder Technology) calibration
Faulty ECU mapping causes poor transition between 2- and 4-cylinder modes, leading to hesitation, juddering, or "kangarooing" (RPM drop/stall risk in 1st gear). Cross-model issue in manuals.[1][2][3][4]
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | NE53 MEL |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | White |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1498cc |
| Year | 2019 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | NE — Newcastle, North |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About NE53 MEL
What car is NE53 MEL?
NE53 MEL is an white Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1498cc). First registered in Newcastle in 2019.
What is the mileage of NE53 MEL?
The last recorded mileage for NE53 MEL was 39,453 miles, recorded on 4 Dec 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has NE53 MEL passed its MOT?
NE53 MEL has had 8 MOT tests with a 63% pass rate (5 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 4 Dec 2025.
Is NE53 MEL ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, NE53 MEL is likely ULEZ compliant. Petrol post-2005 (Euro 4). This is an estimate based on typical emission standards — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker for a definitive answer.
How old is NE53 MEL?
NE53 MEL is approximately 7 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.