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 1595cc has had 21 MOT tests on record, passing 18 and failing 3 (86% pass rate). It has 56,989 miles on the clock, averaging 2,507 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 DU53 VPA
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 56,989 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 2,507 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 21 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | DU53 VPA |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1595cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | DU — Shrewsbury, Deeside to Shrewsbury |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About DU53 VPA
What car is DU53 VPA?
DU53 VPA is a grey Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1595cc). First registered in Shrewsbury in 2003.
What is the mileage of DU53 VPA?
The last recorded mileage for DU53 VPA was 56,989 miles, recorded on 21 Aug 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has DU53 VPA passed its MOT?
DU53 VPA has had 21 MOT tests with an 86% pass rate (18 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 21 Aug 2025.
Is DU53 VPA ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, DU53 VPA 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 DU53 VPA?
DU53 VPA is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.