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 26 MOT tests on record, passing 17 and failing 9 (65% pass rate). It has 143,110 miles on the clock, averaging 6,376 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 NL53 PAO
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Average miles/year
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 143,110 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 4 |
| Average per year | 6,376 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 26 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 | NL53 PAO |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | NL — Newcastle, North |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About NL53 PAO
What car is NL53 PAO?
NL53 PAO is an grey Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Newcastle in 2003.
What is the mileage of NL53 PAO?
The last recorded mileage for NL53 PAO was 143,110 miles, recorded on 9 Aug 2023 during its most recent MOT test.
Has NL53 PAO passed its MOT?
NL53 PAO has had 26 MOT tests with a 65% pass rate (17 passes, 9 failures). It last passed on 9 Aug 2023.
Is NL53 PAO ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, NL53 PAO 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 NL53 PAO?
NL53 PAO is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.