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 15 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 5 (67% pass rate). It has 306,305 miles on the clock, averaging 24,699 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 YN53 POH
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 306,305 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 3 |
| Average per year | 24,699 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 15 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 POH |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | YN — Sheffield, Yorkshire |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About YN53 POH
What car is YN53 POH?
YN53 POH is a black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Sheffield in 2003.
What is the mileage of YN53 POH?
The last recorded mileage for YN53 POH was 306,305 miles, recorded on 7 Sep 2015 during its most recent MOT test.
Has YN53 POH passed its MOT?
YN53 POH has had 15 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (10 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 7 Sep 2015.
Is YN53 POH ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, YN53 POH 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 YN53 POH?
YN53 POH is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.