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 2 MOT tests on record, passing every one. It has 20,508 miles on the clock, averaging 2,477 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.9 TDI engine is known for turbocharger vnt actuator.
MOT & Mileage History for OU53 OCC
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 20,508 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 2,522 |
| Average per year | 2,477 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 2 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 | OU53 OCC |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | OU — Oxford, Oxford |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About OU53 OCC
What car is OU53 OCC?
OU53 OCC is an silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Oxford in 2003.
What is the mileage of OU53 OCC?
The last recorded mileage for OU53 OCC was 20,508 miles, recorded on 22 Nov 2007 during its most recent MOT test.
Has OU53 OCC passed its MOT?
OU53 OCC has had 2 MOT tests with an 100% pass rate (2 passes, 0 failures). It last passed on 22 Nov 2007.
Is OU53 OCC ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, OU53 OCC 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 OU53 OCC?
OU53 OCC is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.