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 27 MOT tests on record, passing 17 and failing 10 (63% pass rate). It has 127,851 miles on the clock, averaging 5,587 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.9 TDI engine is known for turbocharger vnt actuator.
MOT & Mileage History for WF53 WFW
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 127,851 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 5 |
| Average per year | 5,587 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 27 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 WFW |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| 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 WFW
What car is WF53 WFW?
WF53 WFW is a silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Exeter in 2003.
What is the mileage of WF53 WFW?
The last recorded mileage for WF53 WFW was 127,851 miles, recorded on 31 Oct 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has WF53 WFW passed its MOT?
WF53 WFW has had 27 MOT tests with a 63% pass rate (17 passes, 10 failures). It last passed on 31 Oct 2025.
Is WF53 WFW ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, WF53 WFW 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 WFW?
WF53 WFW is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.