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 13 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 2 (85% pass rate). It has 105,033 miles on the clock, averaging 6,561 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.9 TDI engine is known for turbocharger vnt actuator.
MOT & Mileage History for VE53 LOD
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 105,033 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 51 |
| Average per year | 6,561 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 13 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 LOD |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | VE — Worcester, Severn Valley |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About VE53 LOD
What car is VE53 LOD?
VE53 LOD is a blue Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Worcester in 2003.
What is the mileage of VE53 LOD?
The last recorded mileage for VE53 LOD was 105,033 miles, recorded on 7 Jul 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has VE53 LOD passed its MOT?
VE53 LOD has had 13 MOT tests with an 85% pass rate (11 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 7 Jul 2017.
Is VE53 LOD ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, VE53 LOD 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 LOD?
VE53 LOD is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.