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 3200cc has had 24 MOT tests on record, passing 17 and failing 7 (71% pass rate). It has 100,379 miles on the clock, averaging 4,662 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400. The 3.2 VR6 engine is known for serpentine belt tensioner.
MOT & Mileage History for FM53 HXZ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 100,379 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 4,720 |
| Average per year | 4,662 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 24 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | FM53 HXZ |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 3200cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | FM — Nottingham, Forest and Fens |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About FM53 HXZ
What car is FM53 HXZ?
FM53 HXZ is an blue Volkswagen Golf, petrol (3200cc). First registered in Nottingham in 2004.
What is the mileage of FM53 HXZ?
The last recorded mileage for FM53 HXZ was 100,379 miles, recorded on 30 Mar 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has FM53 HXZ passed its MOT?
FM53 HXZ has had 24 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (17 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 30 Mar 2026.
Is FM53 HXZ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, FM53 HXZ 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 FM53 HXZ?
FM53 HXZ is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.