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 18 MOT tests on record, passing 17 and failing once (94% pass rate). It has 81,174 miles on the clock, averaging 3,932 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 YM53 YHA
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 81,174 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 999 |
| Average per year | 3,932 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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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 | YM53 YHA |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| 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 YHA
What car is YM53 YHA?
YM53 YHA is a silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Sheffield in 2004.
What is the mileage of YM53 YHA?
The last recorded mileage for YM53 YHA was 81,174 miles, recorded on 9 Nov 2023 during its most recent MOT test.
Has YM53 YHA passed its MOT?
YM53 YHA has had 18 MOT tests with an 94% pass rate (17 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 9 Nov 2023.
Is YM53 YHA ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, YM53 YHA 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 YHA?
YM53 YHA is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.