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 1598cc has had 25 MOT tests on record, passing 18 and failing 7 (72% pass rate). It has 138,904 miles on the clock, averaging 6,425 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.6 engine is known for check dvsa recall data directly and search specialist vag forums.
MOT & Mileage History for FM53 UJK
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 138,904 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 4,642 |
| Average per year | 6,425 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 25 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | FM53 UJK |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| 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 UJK
What car is FM53 UJK?
FM53 UJK is an silver Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Nottingham in 2004.
What is the mileage of FM53 UJK?
The last recorded mileage for FM53 UJK was 138,904 miles, recorded on 26 Jan 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has FM53 UJK passed its MOT?
FM53 UJK has had 25 MOT tests with a 72% pass rate (18 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 26 Jan 2026.
Is FM53 UJK ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, FM53 UJK 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 UJK?
FM53 UJK is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.