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 11 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 2 (82% pass rate). It has 145,880 miles on the clock, averaging 14,895 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 ST53 PJV
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 145,880 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 3 |
| Average per year | 14,895 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 11 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 | ST53 PJV |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | ST — Dundee, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About ST53 PJV
What car is ST53 PJV?
ST53 PJV is an silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Dundee in 2003.
What is the mileage of ST53 PJV?
The last recorded mileage for ST53 PJV was 145,880 miles, recorded on 15 Aug 2014 during its most recent MOT test.
Has ST53 PJV passed its MOT?
ST53 PJV has had 11 MOT tests with an 82% pass rate (9 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 15 Aug 2014.
Is ST53 PJV ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, ST53 PJV 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 ST53 PJV?
ST53 PJV is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.