Free MOT Check →Full MOT history & mileage Service History £6.99 →Full refund if no data found Full Car Check £7.49 →Crashed, financed & ownership data by Experian
YR53 HBZ

2003 Volkswagen Golf · Diesel · 1896cc

Silver Registered in Sheffield, Yorkshire · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2003
FuelDiesel
Engine1896cc
ColourSilver
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantDiesel pre-2015
Est. Annual Tax£165–£265

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 10 and failing 10 (50% pass rate). It has 204,833 miles on the clock, averaging 9,830 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 HBZ

MOT Status
Due date passed
204,833
Last Mileage
Recorded
20
Total Tests
Since 2006
50%
Pass Rate
10 passed, 10 failed

Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.

10

MOT failures recorded

Out of 20 tests on record
9,830

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading204,833 miles
Reading date
Miles last year1
Average per year9,830
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for YR53 HBZ 98k125k152k178k205k '06'17'13

Check YR53 HBZ

Full MOT Test History 20 tests on record

PASS
Mileage204,833 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage204,832 miles
Since last MOT+9,044 miles
PASS
Mileage195,788 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage195,788 miles
Since last MOT+39 miles
FAIL
Mileage195,749 miles
Since last MOT+8,888 miles
PASS
Mileage186,861 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage186,859 miles
Since last MOT+2,516 miles
PASS
Mileage184,343 miles
Since last MOT+6,268 miles
PASS
Mileage178,075 miles
Since last MOT+102 miles
FAIL
Mileage177,973 miles
Since last MOT+6,355 miles
PASS
Mileage171,618 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage171,618 miles
Since last MOT+6,785 miles
PASS
Mileage164,833 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage164,833 miles
Since last MOT+6,545 miles
PASS
Mileage158,288 miles
Since last MOT+7 miles
FAIL
Mileage158,281 miles
Since last MOT+10,716 miles
FAIL
Mileage147,565 miles
Since last MOT+15,261 miles
FAIL
Mileage132,304 miles
Since last MOT+16,092 miles
PASS
Mileage116,212 miles
Since last MOT+17,924 miles
PASS
Mileage98,288 miles

Similar cars to consider

Buyers comparing the Volkswagen Golf often also look at these models. Check their MOT history and reliability before deciding:

🔧 Reported issues for this Volkswagen Golf

These are the most commonly reported problems on Volkswagen Golf models (1997–2004), based on owner reports and workshop data across the UK.

Turbocharger VNT actuator (vacuum-operated, part-specific to PD turbos like K03/K04 variants)

Read our Volkswagen Golf Buyer's Guide →

Common faults, what to check, and what to pay

Explore more about the Volkswagen Golf

Thinking about buying this car? These resources will help you make an informed decision.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationYR53 HBZ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1896cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeYR — Sheffield, Yorkshire
Age identifier53 — September 2003 to February 2004

More YR53 H plates

Browse all YR53 H registrations from Sheffield.

About YR53 HBZ

What car is YR53 HBZ?

YR53 HBZ is a silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Sheffield in 2003.

What is the mileage of YR53 HBZ?

The last recorded mileage for YR53 HBZ was 204,833 miles, recorded on 3 Jul 2017 during its most recent MOT test.

Has YR53 HBZ passed its MOT?

YR53 HBZ has had 20 MOT tests with a 50% pass rate (10 passes, 10 failures). It last passed on 3 Jul 2017.

Is YR53 HBZ ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, YR53 HBZ 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 HBZ?

YR53 HBZ is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.