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 2004 Volkswagen Golf Diesel 1896cc has had 17 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 3 (82% pass rate). It has 116,976 miles on the clock, averaging 7,880 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400. The 1.9 TDI engine is known for turbocharger vnt actuator.
MOT & Mileage History for VA53 FFO
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 116,976 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 3 |
| Average per year | 7,880 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 17 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 | VA53 FFO |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | VA — Worcester, Severn Valley |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About VA53 FFO
What car is VA53 FFO?
VA53 FFO is a silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Worcester in 2004.
What is the mileage of VA53 FFO?
The last recorded mileage for VA53 FFO was 116,976 miles, recorded on 17 Jul 2020 during its most recent MOT test.
Has VA53 FFO passed its MOT?
VA53 FFO has had 17 MOT tests with an 82% pass rate (14 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 17 Jul 2020.
Is VA53 FFO ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, VA53 FFO is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2004, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is VA53 FFO?
VA53 FFO is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.