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 9 and failing 10 (47% pass rate). It has 93,159 miles on the clock, averaging 4,930 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.9 TDI engine is known for turbocharger vnt actuator.
MOT & Mileage History for YK53 VGN
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 93,159 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 4,930 |
| 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 | YK53 VGN |
| 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 VGN
What car is YK53 VGN?
YK53 VGN is a black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Leeds in 2003.
What is the mileage of YK53 VGN?
The last recorded mileage for YK53 VGN was 93,159 miles, recorded on 23 Aug 2018 during its most recent MOT test.
Has YK53 VGN passed its MOT?
YK53 VGN has had 19 MOT tests with a 47% pass rate (9 passes, 10 failures). It last passed on 23 Aug 2018.
Is YK53 VGN ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, YK53 VGN 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 VGN?
YK53 VGN is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.