Free MOT Check →Full MOT history & mileage Service History £6.99 →Full refund if no data found Full Car Check £7.49 →Crashed, financed & ownership data by Experian
WV53 PYO

2003 Volkswagen Golf · Diesel · 1896cc

Silver Registered in Bristol, West of England · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2003
FuelDiesel
Engine1896cc
ColourSilver
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantDiesel pre-2015
Est. Annual Tax£165–£265

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 19 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 4 (79% pass rate). It has 197,101 miles on the clock, averaging 9,503 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 WV53 PYO

MOT Status
Due date passed
197,101
Last Mileage
Recorded
19
Total Tests
Since 2006
79%
Pass Rate
15 passed, 4 failed

Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 19 tests on record
9,503

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading197,101 miles
Reading date
Miles last year67
Average per year9,503
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for WV53 PYO 54k90k126k161k197k '06'21'13

Check WV53 PYO

Full MOT Test History 19 tests on record

PASS
Mileage197,101 miles
Since last MOT+67 miles
PASS
Mileage197,034 miles
Since last MOT+2,451 miles
PASS
Mileage194,583 miles
Since last MOT+7,728 miles
PASS
Mileage186,855 miles
Since last MOT+12,681 miles
PASS
Mileage174,174 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage174,174 miles
Since last MOT+8,634 miles
PASS
Mileage165,540 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage165,540 miles
Since last MOT+9,802 miles
PASS
Mileage155,738 miles
Since last MOT+5,705 miles
PASS
Mileage150,033 miles
Since last MOT+11,194 miles
PASS
Mileage138,839 miles
Since last MOT+8,719 miles
PASS
Mileage130,120 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage130,120 miles
Since last MOT+10,373 miles
PASS
Mileage119,747 miles
Since last MOT+16,204 miles
PASS
Mileage103,543 miles
Since last MOT+17,262 miles
PASS
Mileage86,281 miles
Since last MOT+15,533 miles
PASS
Mileage70,748 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage70,748 miles
Since last MOT+16,794 miles
PASS
Mileage53,954 miles

Similar cars to consider

Buyers comparing the Volkswagen Golf often also look at these models. Check their MOT history and reliability before deciding:

🔧 Reported issues for this Volkswagen Golf

These are the most commonly reported problems on Volkswagen Golf models (1997–2004), based on owner reports and workshop data across the UK.

Turbocharger VNT actuator (vacuum-operated, part-specific to PD turbos like K03/K04 variants)

Read our Volkswagen Golf Buyer's Guide →

Common faults, what to check, and what to pay

Explore more about the Volkswagen Golf

Thinking about buying this car? These resources will help you make an informed decision.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationWV53 PYO
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1896cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeWV — Bristol, West of England
Age identifier53 — September 2003 to February 2004

More WV53 P plates

Browse all WV53 P registrations from Bristol.

About WV53 PYO

What car is WV53 PYO?

WV53 PYO is a silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Bristol in 2003.

What is the mileage of WV53 PYO?

The last recorded mileage for WV53 PYO was 197,101 miles, recorded on 20 Oct 2021 during its most recent MOT test.

Has WV53 PYO passed its MOT?

WV53 PYO has had 19 MOT tests with a 79% pass rate (15 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 20 Oct 2021.

Is WV53 PYO ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, WV53 PYO 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 WV53 PYO?

WV53 PYO is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.