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 16 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 5 (69% pass rate). It has 212,107 miles on the clock, averaging 15,414 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 NV53 SHX
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 212,107 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 21,149 |
| Average per year | 15,414 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 16 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 | NV53 SHX |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | NV — Stockton, North |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About NV53 SHX
What car is NV53 SHX?
NV53 SHX is an black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Stockton in 2003.
What is the mileage of NV53 SHX?
The last recorded mileage for NV53 SHX was 212,107 miles, recorded on 1 Aug 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has NV53 SHX passed its MOT?
NV53 SHX has had 16 MOT tests with a 69% pass rate (11 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 1 Aug 2017.
Is NV53 SHX ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, NV53 SHX 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 NV53 SHX?
NV53 SHX is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.