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 19 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 6 (68% pass rate). It has 186,824 miles on the clock, averaging 7,273 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.9 TDI engine is known for turbocharger vnt actuator.
MOT & Mileage History for YB53 RBY
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 186,824 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 378 |
| Average per year | 7,273 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 19 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 | YB53 RBY |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | YB — Leeds, Yorkshire |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About YB53 RBY
What car is YB53 RBY?
YB53 RBY is a black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Leeds in 2003.
What is the mileage of YB53 RBY?
The last recorded mileage for YB53 RBY was 186,824 miles, recorded on 22 May 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has YB53 RBY passed its MOT?
YB53 RBY has had 19 MOT tests with a 68% pass rate (13 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 22 May 2019.
Is YB53 RBY ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, YB53 RBY 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 YB53 RBY?
YB53 RBY is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.