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 1598cc has had 13 MOT tests on record, passing every one. It has 78,105 miles on the clock, averaging 4,001 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.6 engine is known for check dvsa recall data directly and search specialist vag forums.
MOT & Mileage History for CE53 RYA
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 78,105 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 1,834 |
| Average per year | 4,001 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 13 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | CE53 RYA |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | CE — Cardiff, Cymru (Wales) |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About CE53 RYA
What car is CE53 RYA?
CE53 RYA is a silver Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Cardiff in 2003.
What is the mileage of CE53 RYA?
The last recorded mileage for CE53 RYA was 78,105 miles, recorded on 5 Feb 2020 during its most recent MOT test.
Has CE53 RYA passed its MOT?
CE53 RYA has had 13 MOT tests with an 100% pass rate (13 passes, 0 failures). It last passed on 5 Feb 2020.
Is CE53 RYA ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, CE53 RYA 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 CE53 RYA?
CE53 RYA is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.