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 20 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 5 (75% pass rate). It has 173,749 miles on the clock, averaging 9,790 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 YR53 FRO
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 173,749 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 5 |
| Average per year | 9,790 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 20 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 FRO |
| 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 FRO
What car is YR53 FRO?
YR53 FRO is a silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Sheffield in 2003.
What is the mileage of YR53 FRO?
The last recorded mileage for YR53 FRO was 173,749 miles, recorded on 13 Dec 2021 during its most recent MOT test.
Has YR53 FRO passed its MOT?
YR53 FRO has had 20 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (15 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 13 Dec 2021.
Is YR53 FRO ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, YR53 FRO 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 FRO?
YR53 FRO is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.