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 22 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 9 (59% pass rate). It has 259,266 miles on the clock, averaging 12,302 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 PF53 GBO
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 259,266 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 13,000 |
| Average per year | 12,302 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 22 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 | PF53 GBO |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | PF — Preston, Preston |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About PF53 GBO
What car is PF53 GBO?
PF53 GBO is a silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Preston in 2003.
What is the mileage of PF53 GBO?
The last recorded mileage for PF53 GBO was 259,266 miles, recorded on 21 Dec 2022 during its most recent MOT test.
Has PF53 GBO passed its MOT?
PF53 GBO has had 22 MOT tests with a 59% pass rate (13 passes, 9 failures). It last passed on 21 Dec 2022.
Is PF53 GBO ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, PF53 GBO 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 PF53 GBO?
PF53 GBO is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.