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 3 MOT tests on record, passing 2 and failing once (67% pass rate). It has 89,367 miles on the clock, averaging 11,786 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 YM53 OAV
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 89,367 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 11,786 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 3 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 | YM53 OAV |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | YM — Sheffield, Yorkshire |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About YM53 OAV
What car is YM53 OAV?
YM53 OAV is a black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Sheffield in 2003.
What is the mileage of YM53 OAV?
The last recorded mileage for YM53 OAV was 89,367 miles, recorded on 27 Oct 2008 during its most recent MOT test.
Has YM53 OAV passed its MOT?
YM53 OAV has had 3 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (2 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 27 Oct 2008.
Is YM53 OAV ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, YM53 OAV 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 YM53 OAV?
YM53 OAV is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.