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 2002 Volkswagen Golf Diesel 1896cc has had 14 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 4 (71% pass rate). It has 162,112 miles on the clock, averaging 11,702 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 PO53 NWC
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 162,112 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 5,777 |
| Average per year | 11,702 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 14 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 | PO53 NWC |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | PO — Preston, Preston |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About PO53 NWC
What car is PO53 NWC?
PO53 NWC is a blue Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Preston in 2002.
What is the mileage of PO53 NWC?
The last recorded mileage for PO53 NWC was 162,112 miles, recorded on 10 Mar 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has PO53 NWC passed its MOT?
PO53 NWC has had 14 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (10 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 10 Mar 2017.
Is PO53 NWC ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, PO53 NWC is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2002, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is PO53 NWC?
PO53 NWC is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.