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 16 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 4 (75% pass rate). It has 58,444 miles on the clock, averaging 4,000 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.9 TDI engine is known for turbocharger vnt actuator.
MOT & Mileage History for WF53 RWE
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 58,444 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 21,770 |
| Average per year | 4,000 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 16 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 | WF53 RWE |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Beige |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | WF — Exeter, West of England |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About WF53 RWE
What car is WF53 RWE?
WF53 RWE is a beige Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Exeter in 2003.
What is the mileage of WF53 RWE?
The last recorded mileage for WF53 RWE was 58,444 miles, recorded on 31 Jul 2018 during its most recent MOT test.
Has WF53 RWE passed its MOT?
WF53 RWE has had 16 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (12 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 31 Jul 2018.
Is WF53 RWE ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, WF53 RWE 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 WF53 RWE?
WF53 RWE is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.