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 1598cc has had 23 MOT tests on record, passing 20 and failing 3 (87% pass rate). It has 188,991 miles on the clock, averaging 7,940 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400.
MOT & Mileage History for AE53 LYO
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 188,991 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 7,754 |
| Average per year | 7,940 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 23 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | AE53 LYO |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | AE — Peterborough, Anglia |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About AE53 LYO
What car is AE53 LYO?
AE53 LYO is an silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1598cc). First registered in Peterborough in 2003.
What is the mileage of AE53 LYO?
The last recorded mileage for AE53 LYO was 188,991 miles, recorded on 15 Sep 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has AE53 LYO passed its MOT?
AE53 LYO has had 23 MOT tests with an 87% pass rate (20 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 15 Sep 2025.
Is AE53 LYO ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, AE53 LYO 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 AE53 LYO?
AE53 LYO is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.