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 12 and failing 13 (48% pass rate). It has 155,391 miles on the clock, averaging 8,849 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400. The 1.9 TDI engine is known for turbocharger vnt actuator.
MOT & Mileage History for WD53 EWL
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 155,391 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 154 |
| Average per year | 8,849 |
| 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 | WD53 EWL |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | WD — Exeter, West of England |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About WD53 EWL
What car is WD53 EWL?
WD53 EWL is a silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Exeter in 2004.
What is the mileage of WD53 EWL?
The last recorded mileage for WD53 EWL was 155,391 miles, recorded on 20 Mar 2020 during its most recent MOT test.
Has WD53 EWL passed its MOT?
WD53 EWL has had 25 MOT tests with a 48% pass rate (12 passes, 13 failures). It last passed on 20 Mar 2020.
Is WD53 EWL ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, WD53 EWL 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 WD53 EWL?
WD53 EWL is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.