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 27 MOT tests on record, passing 17 and failing 10 (63% pass rate). It has 163,714 miles on the clock, averaging 6,922 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 NG53 BHK
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 163,714 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 15 |
| Average per year | 6,922 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 27 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 | NG53 BHK |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | NG — Newcastle, North |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About NG53 BHK
What car is NG53 BHK?
NG53 BHK is an blue Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Newcastle in 2003.
What is the mileage of NG53 BHK?
The last recorded mileage for NG53 BHK was 163,714 miles, recorded on 23 Oct 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has NG53 BHK passed its MOT?
NG53 BHK has had 27 MOT tests with a 63% pass rate (17 passes, 10 failures). It last passed on 23 Oct 2025.
Is NG53 BHK ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, NG53 BHK 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 NG53 BHK?
NG53 BHK is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.