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 12 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 2 (83% pass rate). It has 168,921 miles on the clock, averaging 13,494 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 VF53 EFN
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 168,921 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 19 |
| Average per year | 13,494 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 12 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 | VF53 EFN |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | VF — Worcester, Severn Valley |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About VF53 EFN
What car is VF53 EFN?
VF53 EFN is a blue Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Worcester in 2004.
What is the mileage of VF53 EFN?
The last recorded mileage for VF53 EFN was 168,921 miles, recorded on 27 Jul 2016 during its most recent MOT test.
Has VF53 EFN passed its MOT?
VF53 EFN has had 12 MOT tests with an 83% pass rate (10 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 27 Jul 2016.
Is VF53 EFN ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, VF53 EFN 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 VF53 EFN?
VF53 EFN is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.