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 18 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 6 (67% pass rate). It has 146,212 miles on the clock, averaging 10,614 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 YC53 FNP
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 146,212 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 10,318 |
| Average per year | 10,614 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 18 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 | YC53 FNP |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | YC — Leeds, Yorkshire |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About YC53 FNP
What car is YC53 FNP?
YC53 FNP is a black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Leeds in 2003.
What is the mileage of YC53 FNP?
The last recorded mileage for YC53 FNP was 146,212 miles, recorded on 20 Mar 2018 during its most recent MOT test.
Has YC53 FNP passed its MOT?
YC53 FNP has had 18 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (12 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 20 Mar 2018.
Is YC53 FNP ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, YC53 FNP 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 YC53 FNP?
YC53 FNP is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.