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 16 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing once (94% pass rate). It has 97,600 miles on the clock, averaging 5,192 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 3.2 VR6 engine is known for serpentine belt tensioner.
MOT & Mileage History for FM53 RFJ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 97,600 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 4,323 |
| Average per year | 5,192 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 16 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | FM53 RFJ |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| 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 RFJ
What car is FM53 RFJ?
FM53 RFJ is an silver Volkswagen Golf, petrol (3200cc). First registered in Nottingham in 2004.
What is the mileage of FM53 RFJ?
The last recorded mileage for FM53 RFJ was 97,600 miles, recorded on 28 Sep 2022 during its most recent MOT test.
Has FM53 RFJ passed its MOT?
FM53 RFJ has had 16 MOT tests with an 94% pass rate (15 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 28 Sep 2022.
Is FM53 RFJ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, FM53 RFJ 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 RFJ?
FM53 RFJ is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.