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 15 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 5 (67% pass rate). It has 158,343 miles on the clock, averaging 9,222 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 WG53 VKW
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 158,343 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 23,994 |
| Average per year | 9,222 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 15 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 | WG53 VKW |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | WG — Exeter, West of England |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About WG53 VKW
What car is WG53 VKW?
WG53 VKW is a blue Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Exeter in 2004.
What is the mileage of WG53 VKW?
The last recorded mileage for WG53 VKW was 158,343 miles, recorded on 16 Apr 2018 during its most recent MOT test.
Has WG53 VKW passed its MOT?
WG53 VKW has had 15 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (10 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 16 Apr 2018.
Is WG53 VKW ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, WG53 VKW 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 WG53 VKW?
WG53 VKW is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.