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
AJ53 YOL

2003 Volkswagen Golf · Petrol · 1390cc

Red Registered in Peterborough, Anglia · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2003
FuelPetrol
Engine1390cc
ColourRed
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantPetrol pre-2006
Est. Annual Tax£130–£165

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 Petrol 1390cc has had 22 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 11 (50% pass rate). It has 125,575 miles on the clock, averaging 6,997 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.4 engine is known for sparse fault data.

MOT & Mileage History for AJ53 YOL

MOT Status
Due date passed
125,575
Last Mileage
Recorded
22
Total Tests
Since 2006
50%
Pass Rate
11 passed, 11 failed

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

11

MOT failures recorded

Out of 22 tests on record
6,997

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
4

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading125,575 miles
Reading date
Average per year6,997
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for AJ53 YOL 36k58k81k103k126k '06'19'13

Check AJ53 YOL

Full MOT Test History 22 tests on record

PASS
Mileage125,575 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage125,575 miles
Since last MOT+6,425 miles
PASS
Mileage119,150 miles
Since last MOT+10,584 miles
PASS
Mileage108,566 miles
Since last MOT+36 miles
FAIL
Mileage108,530 miles
Since last MOT+7,643 miles
PASS
Mileage100,887 miles
Since last MOT+11 miles
FAIL
Mileage100,876 miles
Since last MOT+5,980 miles
PASS
Mileage94,896 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage94,896 miles
Since last MOT+6,250 miles
PASS
Mileage88,646 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage88,646 miles
Since last MOT+6,532 miles
PASS
Mileage82,114 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage82,114 miles
Since last MOT+6,520 miles
FAIL
Mileage75,594 miles
Since last MOT+6,296 miles
PASS
Mileage69,298 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage69,298 miles
Since last MOT+7,545 miles
PASS
Mileage61,753 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage61,753 miles
Since last MOT+7,111 miles
PASS
Mileage54,642 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage54,642 miles
Since last MOT+8,377 miles
FAIL
Mileage46,265 miles
Since last MOT+10,637 miles
PASS
Mileage35,628 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.

Sparse Fault Data

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

RegistrationAJ53 YOL
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1390cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeAJ — Peterborough, Anglia
Age identifier53 — September 2003 to February 2004

More AJ53 Y plates

Browse all AJ53 Y registrations from Peterborough.

About AJ53 YOL

What car is AJ53 YOL?

AJ53 YOL is an red Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Peterborough in 2003.

What is the mileage of AJ53 YOL?

The last recorded mileage for AJ53 YOL was 125,575 miles, recorded on 15 Oct 2019 during its most recent MOT test.

Has AJ53 YOL passed its MOT?

AJ53 YOL has had 22 MOT tests with a 50% pass rate (11 passes, 11 failures). It last passed on 15 Oct 2019.

Is AJ53 YOL ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, AJ53 YOL is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a petrol vehicle registered in 2003, it typically does not meet the Euro 4 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.

How old is AJ53 YOL?

AJ53 YOL is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.