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 2004 Volkswagen Golf Petrol 1390cc has had 11 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 3 (73% pass rate). It has 54,796 miles on the clock, averaging 4,653 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.4 engine is known for sparse fault data.
MOT & Mileage History for DC53 ELV
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 54,796 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 3,063 |
| Average per year | 4,653 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 11 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | DC53 ELV |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | DC — Chester, Deeside to Shrewsbury |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About DC53 ELV
What car is DC53 ELV?
DC53 ELV is a silver Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Chester in 2004.
What is the mileage of DC53 ELV?
The last recorded mileage for DC53 ELV was 54,796 miles, recorded on 11 Aug 2015 during its most recent MOT test.
Has DC53 ELV passed its MOT?
DC53 ELV has had 11 MOT tests with a 73% pass rate (8 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 11 Aug 2015.
Is DC53 ELV ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, DC53 ELV is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a petrol vehicle registered in 2004, it typically does not meet the Euro 4 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is DC53 ELV?
DC53 ELV is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.