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 19 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 4 (79% pass rate). It has 116,309 miles on the clock, averaging 6,117 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.9 TDI engine is known for turbocharger vnt actuator.
MOT & Mileage History for YN53 DJV
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 116,309 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 3 |
| Average per year | 6,117 |
| 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 | YN53 DJV |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Maroon |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | YN — Sheffield, Yorkshire |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About YN53 DJV
What car is YN53 DJV?
YN53 DJV is a maroon Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Sheffield in 2004.
What is the mileage of YN53 DJV?
The last recorded mileage for YN53 DJV was 116,309 miles, recorded on 24 Aug 2021 during its most recent MOT test.
Has YN53 DJV passed its MOT?
YN53 DJV has had 19 MOT tests with a 79% pass rate (15 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 24 Aug 2021.
Is YN53 DJV ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, YN53 DJV 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 YN53 DJV?
YN53 DJV is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.