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 1984cc has had 19 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 6 (68% pass rate). It has 148,781 miles on the clock, averaging 9,210 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. The 2.0 engine is known for camshaft position sensor (part 06a905377).
MOT & Mileage History for HC53 HFU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 148,781 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 12,486 |
| Average per year | 9,210 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 19 tests on record
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Camshaft position sensor (part 06A905377)
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | HC53 HFU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1984cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | HC — Bournemouth, Hampshire and Dorset |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About HC53 HFU
What car is HC53 HFU?
HC53 HFU is an silver Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1984cc). First registered in Bournemouth in 2003.
What is the mileage of HC53 HFU?
The last recorded mileage for HC53 HFU was 148,781 miles, recorded on 9 Oct 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has HC53 HFU passed its MOT?
HC53 HFU has had 19 MOT tests with a 68% pass rate (13 passes, 6 failures). It last was tested on 9 Oct 2019.
Is HC53 HFU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, HC53 HFU 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 HC53 HFU?
HC53 HFU is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.