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 3200cc has had 13 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 4 (69% pass rate). It has 100,232 miles on the clock, averaging 8,700 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400. The 3.2 VR6 engine is known for serpentine belt tensioner.
MOT & Mileage History for EX53 HBL
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 100,232 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 8,700 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 13 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | EX53 HBL |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 3200cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | EX — Chelmsford, Essex |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About EX53 HBL
What car is EX53 HBL?
EX53 HBL is an silver Volkswagen Golf, petrol (3200cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2003.
What is the mileage of EX53 HBL?
The last recorded mileage for EX53 HBL was 100,232 miles, recorded on 18 Jul 2014 during its most recent MOT test.
Has EX53 HBL passed its MOT?
EX53 HBL has had 13 MOT tests with a 69% pass rate (9 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 18 Jul 2014.
Is EX53 HBL ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, EX53 HBL 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 EX53 HBL?
EX53 HBL is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.