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 25 MOT tests on record, passing 18 and failing 7 (72% pass rate). It has 202,900 miles on the clock, averaging 9,263 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 VW53 GTD
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 202,900 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 16 |
| Average per year | 9,263 |
| 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 | VW53 GTD |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | VW — Worcester, Severn Valley |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About VW53 GTD
What car is VW53 GTD?
VW53 GTD is a blue Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Worcester in 2003.
What is the mileage of VW53 GTD?
The last recorded mileage for VW53 GTD was 202,900 miles, recorded on 15 Jan 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has VW53 GTD passed its MOT?
VW53 GTD has had 25 MOT tests with a 72% pass rate (18 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 15 Jan 2025.
Is VW53 GTD ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, VW53 GTD 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 VW53 GTD?
VW53 GTD is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.