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 Petrol 3189cc has had 23 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 7 (70% pass rate). It has 143,828 miles on the clock, averaging 7,063 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 3.2 VR6 engine is known for serpentine belt tensioner.
MOT & Mileage History for AT53 BSY
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 143,828 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 2,187 |
| Average per year | 7,063 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 23 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | AT53 BSY |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 3189cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | AT — Norwich, Anglia |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About AT53 BSY
What car is AT53 BSY?
AT53 BSY is an blue Volkswagen Golf, petrol (3189cc). First registered in Norwich in 2003.
What is the mileage of AT53 BSY?
The last recorded mileage for AT53 BSY was 143,828 miles, recorded on 9 Feb 2024 during its most recent MOT test.
Has AT53 BSY passed its MOT?
AT53 BSY has had 23 MOT tests with a 70% pass rate (16 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 9 Feb 2024.
Is AT53 BSY ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, AT53 BSY 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 AT53 BSY?
AT53 BSY is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.