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 2004 Volkswagen Golf Diesel 1896cc has had 11 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 3 (73% pass rate). It has 185,394 miles on the clock, averaging 15,631 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 TYK
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 185,394 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 13 |
| Average per year | 15,631 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 11 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 TYK |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | YM — Sheffield, Yorkshire |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About YM53 TYK
What car is YM53 TYK?
YM53 TYK is a blue Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Sheffield in 2004.
What is the mileage of YM53 TYK?
The last recorded mileage for YM53 TYK was 185,394 miles, recorded on 8 Dec 2014 during its most recent MOT test.
Has YM53 TYK passed its MOT?
YM53 TYK has had 11 MOT tests with a 73% pass rate (8 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 8 Dec 2014.
Is YM53 TYK ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, YM53 TYK is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2004, 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 TYK?
YM53 TYK is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.