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 17 and failing 7 (71% pass rate). It has 194,988 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 YS53 SDZ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 194,988 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 888 |
| Average per year | 8,742 |
| 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 | YS53 SDZ |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | YS — Sheffield, Yorkshire |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About YS53 SDZ
What car is YS53 SDZ?
YS53 SDZ is a blue Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Sheffield in 2003.
What is the mileage of YS53 SDZ?
The last recorded mileage for YS53 SDZ was 194,988 miles, recorded on 23 Mar 2023 during its most recent MOT test.
Has YS53 SDZ passed its MOT?
YS53 SDZ has had 24 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (17 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 23 Mar 2023.
Is YS53 SDZ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, YS53 SDZ 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 YS53 SDZ?
YS53 SDZ is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.