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 25 MOT tests on record, passing 18 and failing 7 (72% pass rate). It has 124,853 miles on the clock, averaging 3,194 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 MVU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 124,853 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 3,194 |
| 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 MVU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | VE — Worcester, Severn Valley |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About VE53 MVU
What car is VE53 MVU?
VE53 MVU is a black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Worcester in 2004.
What is the mileage of VE53 MVU?
The last recorded mileage for VE53 MVU was 124,853 miles, recorded on 29 Jun 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has VE53 MVU passed its MOT?
VE53 MVU has had 25 MOT tests with a 72% pass rate (18 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 29 Jun 2026.
Is VE53 MVU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, VE53 MVU 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 VE53 MVU?
VE53 MVU is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.