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 16 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 4 (75% pass rate). It has 134,875 miles on the clock, averaging 8,742 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400. The 1.9 TDI engine is known for turbocharger vnt actuator.
MOT & Mileage History for YR53 AZO
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 134,875 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 132 |
| Average per year | 8,742 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 16 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 | YR53 AZO |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | YR — Sheffield, Yorkshire |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About YR53 AZO
What car is YR53 AZO?
YR53 AZO is a silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Sheffield in 2003.
What is the mileage of YR53 AZO?
The last recorded mileage for YR53 AZO was 134,875 miles, recorded on 7 Apr 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has YR53 AZO passed its MOT?
YR53 AZO has had 16 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (12 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 7 Apr 2017.
Is YR53 AZO ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, YR53 AZO 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 YR53 AZO?
YR53 AZO is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.