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 33 MOT tests on record, passing 20 and failing 13 (61% pass rate). It has 241,612 miles on the clock, averaging 10,100 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 WL53 CXD
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 241,612 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 12 |
| Average per year | 10,100 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 33 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 | WL53 CXD |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | WL — Truro, West of England |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About WL53 CXD
What car is WL53 CXD?
WL53 CXD is a silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Truro in 2003.
What is the mileage of WL53 CXD?
The last recorded mileage for WL53 CXD was 241,612 miles, recorded on 9 Jul 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has WL53 CXD passed its MOT?
WL53 CXD has had 33 MOT tests with a 61% pass rate (20 passes, 13 failures). It last passed on 9 Jul 2026.
Is WL53 CXD ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, WL53 CXD 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 WL53 CXD?
WL53 CXD is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.