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 14 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 3 (79% pass rate). It has 203,438 miles on the clock, averaging 13,249 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 VA53 LBE
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 203,438 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 13,249 |
| 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 | VA53 LBE |
| 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 LBE
What car is VA53 LBE?
VA53 LBE is a silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Worcester in 2004.
What is the mileage of VA53 LBE?
The last recorded mileage for VA53 LBE was 203,438 miles, recorded on 1 Mar 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has VA53 LBE passed its MOT?
VA53 LBE has had 14 MOT tests with a 79% pass rate (11 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 1 Mar 2017.
Is VA53 LBE ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, VA53 LBE 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 LBE?
VA53 LBE is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.