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 22 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 6 (73% pass rate). It has 151,920 miles on the clock, averaging 7,709 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400. The 1.9 TDI engine is known for turbocharger vnt actuator.
MOT & Mileage History for WM53 NDC
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 151,920 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 6,047 |
| Average per year | 7,709 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 22 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 | WM53 NDC |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | WM — Bristol, West of England |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About WM53 NDC
What car is WM53 NDC?
WM53 NDC is a silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Bristol in 2003.
What is the mileage of WM53 NDC?
The last recorded mileage for WM53 NDC was 151,920 miles, recorded on 19 May 2023 during its most recent MOT test.
Has WM53 NDC passed its MOT?
WM53 NDC has had 22 MOT tests with a 73% pass rate (16 passes, 6 failures). It last was tested on 19 May 2023.
Is WM53 NDC ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, WM53 NDC 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 WM53 NDC?
WM53 NDC is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.