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 13 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 4 (69% pass rate). It has 249,789 miles on the clock, averaging 17,623 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 WD53 EXC
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 249,789 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 17,623 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 13 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 EXC |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| 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 EXC
What car is WD53 EXC?
WD53 EXC is a black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Exeter in 2004.
What is the mileage of WD53 EXC?
The last recorded mileage for WD53 EXC was 249,789 miles, recorded on 29 Apr 2016 during its most recent MOT test.
Has WD53 EXC passed its MOT?
WD53 EXC has had 13 MOT tests with a 69% pass rate (9 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 29 Apr 2016.
Is WD53 EXC ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, WD53 EXC 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 EXC?
WD53 EXC is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.