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 9 and failing 2 (82% pass rate). It has 109,350 miles on the clock, averaging 10,621 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. The 1.4 engine is known for sparse fault data.
MOT & Mileage History for DF53 UBU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 109,350 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 3 |
| Average per year | 10,621 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 11 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | DF53 UBU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | DF — Chester, Deeside to Shrewsbury |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About DF53 UBU
What car is DF53 UBU?
DF53 UBU is a silver Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Chester in 2004.
What is the mileage of DF53 UBU?
The last recorded mileage for DF53 UBU was 109,350 miles, recorded on 29 Jun 2015 during its most recent MOT test.
Has DF53 UBU passed its MOT?
DF53 UBU has had 11 MOT tests with an 82% pass rate (9 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 29 Jun 2015.
Is DF53 UBU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, DF53 UBU 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 DF53 UBU?
DF53 UBU is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.