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 1984cc has had 23 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 8 (65% pass rate). It has 131,757 miles on the clock, averaging 6,817 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 2.0 engine is known for camshaft position sensor (part 06a905377).
MOT & Mileage History for DX53 FWL
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 131,757 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 6,817 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 23 tests on record
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Camshaft position sensor (part 06A905377)
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | DX53 FWL |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1984cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | DX — Shrewsbury, Deeside to Shrewsbury |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About DX53 FWL
What car is DX53 FWL?
DX53 FWL is a blue Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1984cc). First registered in Shrewsbury in 2003.
What is the mileage of DX53 FWL?
The last recorded mileage for DX53 FWL was 131,757 miles, recorded on 13 Aug 2020 during its most recent MOT test.
Has DX53 FWL passed its MOT?
DX53 FWL has had 23 MOT tests with a 65% pass rate (15 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 13 Aug 2020.
Is DX53 FWL ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, DX53 FWL 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 DX53 FWL?
DX53 FWL is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.