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 17 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 7 (59% pass rate). It has 162,017 miles on the clock, averaging 12,941 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 NJ53 VZG
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 162,017 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 12,941 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 17 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 | NJ53 VZG |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Green |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | NJ — Newcastle, North |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About NJ53 VZG
What car is NJ53 VZG?
NJ53 VZG is an green Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Newcastle in 2003.
What is the mileage of NJ53 VZG?
The last recorded mileage for NJ53 VZG was 162,017 miles, recorded on 1 Sep 2016 during its most recent MOT test.
Has NJ53 VZG passed its MOT?
NJ53 VZG has had 17 MOT tests with a 59% pass rate (10 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 1 Sep 2016.
Is NJ53 VZG ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, NJ53 VZG 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 NJ53 VZG?
NJ53 VZG is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.