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 27 MOT tests on record, passing 19 and failing 8 (70% pass rate). It has 259,236 miles on the clock, averaging 9,830 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 PJ53 DVH
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 259,236 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 6,030 |
| Average per year | 9,830 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 27 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 | PJ53 DVH |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | PJ — Preston, Preston |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About PJ53 DVH
What car is PJ53 DVH?
PJ53 DVH is a red Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Preston in 2003.
What is the mileage of PJ53 DVH?
The last recorded mileage for PJ53 DVH was 259,236 miles, recorded on 9 Dec 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has PJ53 DVH passed its MOT?
PJ53 DVH has had 27 MOT tests with a 70% pass rate (19 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 9 Dec 2025.
Is PJ53 DVH ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, PJ53 DVH 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 PJ53 DVH?
PJ53 DVH is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.