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 2792cc has had 12 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 4 (67% pass rate). It has 129,703 miles on the clock, averaging 9,430 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. The 2.8 VR6 engine is known for aqp/aue and component.
MOT & Mileage History for GK53 LXP
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 129,703 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 1 |
| Average per year | 9,430 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 12 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | GK53 LXP |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 2792cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | GK — Maidstone, Garden of England |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About GK53 LXP
What car is GK53 LXP?
GK53 LXP is a black Volkswagen Golf, petrol (2792cc). First registered in Maidstone in 2003.
What is the mileage of GK53 LXP?
The last recorded mileage for GK53 LXP was 129,703 miles, recorded on 21 Sep 2015 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GK53 LXP passed its MOT?
GK53 LXP has had 12 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (8 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 21 Sep 2015.
Is GK53 LXP ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GK53 LXP 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 GK53 LXP?
GK53 LXP is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.