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 2004 Volkswagen Golf Diesel 1896cc has had 28 MOT tests on record, passing 19 and failing 9 (68% pass rate). It has 149,404 miles on the clock, averaging 6,132 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 OW53 GYT
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 149,404 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 1,152 |
| Average per year | 6,132 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 28 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 | OW53 GYT |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | OW — Oxford, Oxford |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About OW53 GYT
What car is OW53 GYT?
OW53 GYT is an silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Oxford in 2004.
What is the mileage of OW53 GYT?
The last recorded mileage for OW53 GYT was 149,404 miles, recorded on 15 Aug 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has OW53 GYT passed its MOT?
OW53 GYT has had 28 MOT tests with a 68% pass rate (19 passes, 9 failures). It last passed on 15 Aug 2026.
Is OW53 GYT ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, OW53 GYT is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2004, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is OW53 GYT?
OW53 GYT is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.