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 32 MOT tests on record, passing 21 and failing 11 (66% pass rate). It has 182,854 miles on the clock, averaging 7,649 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 WV53 RDU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 182,854 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 9 |
| Average per year | 7,649 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 32 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 | WV53 RDU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | WV — Bristol, West of England |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About WV53 RDU
What car is WV53 RDU?
WV53 RDU is a black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Bristol in 2003.
What is the mileage of WV53 RDU?
The last recorded mileage for WV53 RDU was 182,854 miles, recorded on 13 Aug 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has WV53 RDU passed its MOT?
WV53 RDU has had 32 MOT tests with a 66% pass rate (21 passes, 11 failures). It last passed on 13 Aug 2025.
Is WV53 RDU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, WV53 RDU 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 RDU?
WV53 RDU is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.