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 18 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 5 (72% pass rate). It has 149,955 miles on the clock, averaging 9,485 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 NL53 YGR
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 149,955 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 1,395 |
| Average per year | 9,485 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 18 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 YGR |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| 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 YGR
What car is NL53 YGR?
NL53 YGR is an black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Newcastle in 2003.
What is the mileage of NL53 YGR?
The last recorded mileage for NL53 YGR was 149,955 miles, recorded on 15 Jan 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has NL53 YGR passed its MOT?
NL53 YGR has had 18 MOT tests with a 72% pass rate (13 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 15 Jan 2019.
Is NL53 YGR ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, NL53 YGR 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 YGR?
NL53 YGR is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.