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 12 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 3 (75% pass rate). It has 185,511 miles on the clock, averaging 14,241 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 PK53 VXM
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 185,511 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 15,694 |
| Average per year | 14,241 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 12 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 | PK53 VXM |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | PK — Preston, Preston |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About PK53 VXM
What car is PK53 VXM?
PK53 VXM is a black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Preston in 2003.
What is the mileage of PK53 VXM?
The last recorded mileage for PK53 VXM was 185,511 miles, recorded on 17 Oct 2016 during its most recent MOT test.
Has PK53 VXM passed its MOT?
PK53 VXM has had 12 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (9 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 17 Oct 2016.
Is PK53 VXM ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, PK53 VXM 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 PK53 VXM?
PK53 VXM is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.