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 23 MOT tests on record, passing 18 and failing 5 (78% pass rate). It has 115,160 miles on the clock, averaging 4,261 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 YP53 JXY
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 115,160 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 1,182 |
| Average per year | 4,261 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 23 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 JXY |
| 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 JXY
What car is YP53 JXY?
YP53 JXY is a silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Sheffield in 2003.
What is the mileage of YP53 JXY?
The last recorded mileage for YP53 JXY was 115,160 miles, recorded on 14 Jul 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has YP53 JXY passed its MOT?
YP53 JXY has had 23 MOT tests with a 78% pass rate (18 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 14 Jul 2026.
Is YP53 JXY ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, YP53 JXY 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 JXY?
YP53 JXY is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.