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 22 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 6 (73% pass rate). It has 119,978 miles on the clock, averaging 4,078 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 PF53 USM
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 119,978 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 2,107 |
| Average per year | 4,078 |
| 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 USM |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | PF — Preston, Preston |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About PF53 USM
What car is PF53 USM?
PF53 USM is a black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Preston in 2004.
What is the mileage of PF53 USM?
The last recorded mileage for PF53 USM was 119,978 miles, recorded on 14 Oct 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has PF53 USM passed its MOT?
PF53 USM has had 22 MOT tests with a 73% pass rate (16 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 14 Oct 2025.
Is PF53 USM ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, PF53 USM 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 PF53 USM?
PF53 USM is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.