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 13 and failing 4 (76% pass rate). It has 183,458 miles on the clock, averaging 10,918 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 VUW
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 183,458 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 1 |
| Average per year | 10,918 |
| 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 VUW |
| 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 VUW
What car is VA53 VUW?
VA53 VUW is a silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Worcester in 2004.
What is the mileage of VA53 VUW?
The last recorded mileage for VA53 VUW was 183,458 miles, recorded on 26 Jun 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has VA53 VUW passed its MOT?
VA53 VUW has had 17 MOT tests with a 76% pass rate (13 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 26 Jun 2019.
Is VA53 VUW ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, VA53 VUW 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 VUW?
VA53 VUW is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.