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 2004 Volkswagen Golf Diesel 1896cc has had 9 MOT tests on record, passing 6 and failing 3 (67% pass rate). It has 149,797 miles on the clock, averaging 9,448 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 NG53 WAO
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 149,797 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 6,218 |
| Average per year | 9,448 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 9 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 WAO |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | NG — Newcastle, North |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About NG53 WAO
What car is NG53 WAO?
NG53 WAO is an black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Newcastle in 2004.
What is the mileage of NG53 WAO?
The last recorded mileage for NG53 WAO was 149,797 miles, recorded on 16 Feb 2013 during its most recent MOT test.
Has NG53 WAO passed its MOT?
NG53 WAO has had 9 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (6 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 16 Feb 2013.
Is NG53 WAO ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, NG53 WAO is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2004, 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 WAO?
NG53 WAO is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.