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 18 and failing 4 (82% pass rate). It has 180,235 miles on the clock, averaging 7,954 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 YK53 SRV
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 180,235 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 5,837 |
| Average per year | 7,954 |
| 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 | YK53 SRV |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | YK — Leeds, Yorkshire |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About YK53 SRV
What car is YK53 SRV?
YK53 SRV is a black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Leeds in 2003.
What is the mileage of YK53 SRV?
The last recorded mileage for YK53 SRV was 180,235 miles, recorded on 26 May 2023 during its most recent MOT test.
Has YK53 SRV passed its MOT?
YK53 SRV has had 22 MOT tests with an 82% pass rate (18 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 26 May 2023.
Is YK53 SRV ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, YK53 SRV 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 YK53 SRV?
YK53 SRV is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.