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 12 MOT tests on record, passing 5 and failing 7 (42% pass rate). It has 162,557 miles on the clock, averaging 9,956 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 VX53 ONC
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 162,557 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 7 |
| Average per year | 9,956 |
| 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 | VX53 ONC |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | VX — Worcester, Severn Valley |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About VX53 ONC
What car is VX53 ONC?
VX53 ONC is a black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Worcester in 2003.
What is the mileage of VX53 ONC?
The last recorded mileage for VX53 ONC was 162,557 miles, recorded on 20 Mar 2014 during its most recent MOT test.
Has VX53 ONC passed its MOT?
VX53 ONC has had 12 MOT tests with a 42% pass rate (5 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 20 Mar 2014.
Is VX53 ONC ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, VX53 ONC 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 VX53 ONC?
VX53 ONC is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.