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 2792cc has had 25 MOT tests on record, passing 17 and failing 8 (68% pass rate). It has 135,057 miles on the clock, averaging 6,403 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 2.8 VR6 engine is known for aqp/aue and component.
MOT & Mileage History for CV53 LJL
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 135,057 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 4,397 |
| Average per year | 6,403 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 25 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | CV53 LJL |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 2792cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | CV — Swansea, Cymru (Wales) |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About CV53 LJL
What car is CV53 LJL?
CV53 LJL is a blue Volkswagen Golf, petrol (2792cc). First registered in Swansea in 2003.
What is the mileage of CV53 LJL?
The last recorded mileage for CV53 LJL was 135,057 miles, recorded on 21 Apr 2022 during its most recent MOT test.
Has CV53 LJL passed its MOT?
CV53 LJL has had 25 MOT tests with a 68% pass rate (17 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 21 Apr 2022.
Is CV53 LJL ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, CV53 LJL 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 CV53 LJL?
CV53 LJL is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.