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 24 MOT tests on record, passing 20 and failing 4 (83% pass rate). It has 136,137 miles on the clock, averaging 6,029 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 YP53 EVL
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 136,137 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 5,743 |
| Average per year | 6,029 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 24 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 | YP53 EVL |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | YP — Sheffield, Yorkshire |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About YP53 EVL
What car is YP53 EVL?
YP53 EVL is a silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Sheffield in 2003.
What is the mileage of YP53 EVL?
The last recorded mileage for YP53 EVL was 136,137 miles, recorded on 17 Sep 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has YP53 EVL passed its MOT?
YP53 EVL has had 24 MOT tests with an 83% pass rate (20 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 17 Sep 2025.
Is YP53 EVL ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, YP53 EVL 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 YP53 EVL?
YP53 EVL is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.