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 20 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 5 (75% pass rate). It has 196,410 miles on the clock, averaging 9,057 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 VO53 BKY
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 196,410 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 20 |
| Average per year | 9,057 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 20 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 | VO53 BKY |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | VO — Worcester, Severn Valley |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About VO53 BKY
What car is VO53 BKY?
VO53 BKY is a black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Worcester in 2003.
What is the mileage of VO53 BKY?
The last recorded mileage for VO53 BKY was 196,410 miles, recorded on 29 Jan 2020 during its most recent MOT test.
Has VO53 BKY passed its MOT?
VO53 BKY has had 20 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (15 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 29 Jan 2020.
Is VO53 BKY ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, VO53 BKY 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 VO53 BKY?
VO53 BKY is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.