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 20 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 5 (75% pass rate). It has 149,216 miles on the clock, averaging 9,644 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 PX53 TXW
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 149,216 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 9,644 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 20 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 | PX53 TXW |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | PX — Carlisle, Preston |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About PX53 TXW
What car is PX53 TXW?
PX53 TXW is a black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Carlisle in 2003.
What is the mileage of PX53 TXW?
The last recorded mileage for PX53 TXW was 149,216 miles, recorded on 24 Feb 2020 during its most recent MOT test.
Has PX53 TXW passed its MOT?
PX53 TXW has had 20 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (15 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 24 Feb 2020.
Is PX53 TXW ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, PX53 TXW 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 PX53 TXW?
PX53 TXW is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.