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 Lupo Petrol 1390cc has had 21 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 5 (76% pass rate). It has 80,727 miles on the clock, averaging 4,789 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400.
MOT & Mileage History for GV53 SWJ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 80,727 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 2,552 |
| Average per year | 4,789 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 21 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | GV53 SWJ |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Lupo |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | GV — Brighton, Garden of England |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About GV53 SWJ
What car is GV53 SWJ?
GV53 SWJ is a blue Volkswagen Lupo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Brighton in 2003.
What is the mileage of GV53 SWJ?
The last recorded mileage for GV53 SWJ was 80,727 miles, recorded on 22 Feb 2023 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GV53 SWJ passed its MOT?
GV53 SWJ has had 21 MOT tests with a 76% pass rate (16 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 22 Feb 2023.
Is GV53 SWJ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GV53 SWJ 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 GV53 SWJ?
GV53 SWJ is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.