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 2792cc has had 16 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 2 (88% pass rate). It has 120,553 miles on the clock, averaging 6,470 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 EF53 FWC
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 120,553 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 1,900 |
| Average per year | 6,470 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 16 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Volkswagen Golf
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | EF53 FWC |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 2792cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | EF — Chelmsford, Essex |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About EF53 FWC
What car is EF53 FWC?
EF53 FWC is an black Volkswagen Golf, petrol (2792cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2004.
What is the mileage of EF53 FWC?
The last recorded mileage for EF53 FWC was 120,553 miles, recorded on 2 Aug 2021 during its most recent MOT test.
Has EF53 FWC passed its MOT?
EF53 FWC has had 16 MOT tests with an 88% pass rate (14 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 2 Aug 2021.
Is EF53 FWC ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, EF53 FWC 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 EF53 FWC?
EF53 FWC is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.