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 10 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing once (90% pass rate). It has 136,152 miles on the clock, averaging 7,507 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400. The 1.9 TDI engine is known for turbocharger vnt actuator.
MOT & Mileage History for NG53 ONK
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 136,152 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 9,241 |
| Average per year | 7,507 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 10 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 ONK |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| 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 ONK
What car is NG53 ONK?
NG53 ONK is an silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Newcastle in 2003.
What is the mileage of NG53 ONK?
The last recorded mileage for NG53 ONK was 136,152 miles, recorded on 30 Mar 2015 during its most recent MOT test.
Has NG53 ONK passed its MOT?
NG53 ONK has had 10 MOT tests with an 90% pass rate (9 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 30 Mar 2015.
Is NG53 ONK ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, NG53 ONK 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 ONK?
NG53 ONK is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.