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 3200cc has had 20 MOT tests on record, passing 17 and failing 3 (85% pass rate). It has 197,284 miles on the clock, averaging 8,139 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400. The 3.2 VR6 engine is known for serpentine belt tensioner.
MOT & Mileage History for AX53 FYA
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 197,284 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 4,555 |
| Average per year | 8,139 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 20 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | AX53 FYA |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 3200cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | AX — Ipswich, Anglia |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About AX53 FYA
What car is AX53 FYA?
AX53 FYA is an blue Volkswagen Golf, petrol (3200cc). First registered in Ipswich in 2003.
What is the mileage of AX53 FYA?
The last recorded mileage for AX53 FYA was 197,284 miles, recorded on 25 Nov 2024 during its most recent MOT test.
Has AX53 FYA passed its MOT?
AX53 FYA has had 20 MOT tests with an 85% pass rate (17 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 25 Nov 2024.
Is AX53 FYA ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, AX53 FYA 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 AX53 FYA?
AX53 FYA is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.