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 18 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 7 (61% pass rate). It has 182,565 miles on the clock, averaging 10,999 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 VE53 LWY
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Average miles/year
Gap in MOT history
Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 182,565 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 10,999 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 18 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 LWY |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| 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 LWY
What car is VE53 LWY?
VE53 LWY is a black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Worcester in 2003.
What is the mileage of VE53 LWY?
The last recorded mileage for VE53 LWY was 182,565 miles, recorded on 15 Jul 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has VE53 LWY passed its MOT?
VE53 LWY has had 18 MOT tests with a 61% pass rate (11 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 15 Jul 2017.
Is VE53 LWY ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, VE53 LWY 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 LWY?
VE53 LWY is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.