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 14 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 5 (64% pass rate). It has 219,160 miles on the clock, averaging 17,269 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 OV53 WWG
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 219,160 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 9,421 |
| Average per year | 17,269 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 14 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 | OV53 WWG |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | OV — Oxford, Oxford |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About OV53 WWG
What car is OV53 WWG?
OV53 WWG is an black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Oxford in 2003.
What is the mileage of OV53 WWG?
The last recorded mileage for OV53 WWG was 219,160 miles, recorded on 18 May 2016 during its most recent MOT test.
Has OV53 WWG passed its MOT?
OV53 WWG has had 14 MOT tests with a 64% pass rate (9 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 18 May 2016.
Is OV53 WWG ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, OV53 WWG 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 OV53 WWG?
OV53 WWG is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.