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 1898cc has had 25 MOT tests on record, passing 20 and failing 5 (80% pass rate). It has 174,089 miles on the clock, averaging 4,697 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.9 TDI engine is known for turbocharger vnt actuator.
MOT & Mileage History for VE53 FLZ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 174,089 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 4,215 |
| Average per year | 4,697 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 25 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 | VE53 FLZ |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Green |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1898cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | VE — Worcester, Severn Valley |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About VE53 FLZ
What car is VE53 FLZ?
VE53 FLZ is a green Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1898cc). First registered in Worcester in 2003.
What is the mileage of VE53 FLZ?
The last recorded mileage for VE53 FLZ was 174,089 miles, recorded on 20 Nov 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has VE53 FLZ passed its MOT?
VE53 FLZ has had 25 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (20 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 20 Nov 2025.
Is VE53 FLZ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, VE53 FLZ 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 VE53 FLZ?
VE53 FLZ is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.