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 1390cc has had 20 MOT tests on record, passing every one. It has 40,649 miles on the clock, averaging 1,663 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 EN53 VUM
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Average miles/year
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 40,649 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 440 |
| Average per year | 1,663 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 20 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | EN53 VUM |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | EN — Chelmsford, Essex |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About EN53 VUM
What car is EN53 VUM?
EN53 VUM is an red Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2003.
What is the mileage of EN53 VUM?
The last recorded mileage for EN53 VUM was 40,649 miles, recorded on 12 Dec 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has EN53 VUM passed its MOT?
EN53 VUM has had 20 MOT tests with an 100% pass rate (20 passes, 0 failures). It last passed on 12 Dec 2025.
Is EN53 VUM ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, EN53 VUM 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 EN53 VUM?
EN53 VUM is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.