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 1390cc has had 13 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 2 (85% pass rate). It has 43,699 miles on the clock, averaging 2,337 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.4 engine is known for sparse fault data.
MOT & Mileage History for GL53 OUM
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 43,699 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 3,020 |
| Average per year | 2,337 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 13 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | GL53 OUM |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| 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 OUM
What car is GL53 OUM?
GL53 OUM is a silver Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Maidstone in 2003.
What is the mileage of GL53 OUM?
The last recorded mileage for GL53 OUM was 43,699 miles, recorded on 19 Oct 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GL53 OUM passed its MOT?
GL53 OUM has had 13 MOT tests with an 85% pass rate (11 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 19 Oct 2017.
Is GL53 OUM ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GL53 OUM 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 OUM?
GL53 OUM is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.