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 22 MOT tests on record, passing 17 and failing 5 (77% pass rate). It has 173,846 miles on the clock, averaging 9,548 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 GL53 NYP
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 173,846 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 1 |
| Average per year | 9,548 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 22 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | GL53 NYP |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 2792cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | GL — Maidstone, Garden of England |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About GL53 NYP
What car is GL53 NYP?
GL53 NYP is a black Volkswagen Golf, petrol (2792cc). First registered in Maidstone in 2003.
What is the mileage of GL53 NYP?
The last recorded mileage for GL53 NYP was 173,846 miles, recorded on 10 Nov 2022 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GL53 NYP passed its MOT?
GL53 NYP has had 22 MOT tests with a 77% pass rate (17 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 10 Nov 2022.
Is GL53 NYP ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GL53 NYP 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 GL53 NYP?
GL53 NYP is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.