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 2004 Volkswagen Golf Petrol 1595cc has had 23 MOT tests on record, passing 21 and failing 2 (91% pass rate). It has 44,940 miles on the clock, averaging 1,697 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.6 engine is known for check dvsa recall data directly and search specialist vag forums.
MOT & Mileage History for LA53 CGZ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 44,940 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 967 |
| Average per year | 1,697 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 23 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | LA53 CGZ |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1595cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | LA — Wimbledon, London |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About LA53 CGZ
What car is LA53 CGZ?
LA53 CGZ is an silver Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1595cc). First registered in Wimbledon in 2004.
What is the mileage of LA53 CGZ?
The last recorded mileage for LA53 CGZ was 44,940 miles, recorded on 27 May 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has LA53 CGZ passed its MOT?
LA53 CGZ has had 23 MOT tests with an 91% pass rate (21 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 27 May 2026.
Is LA53 CGZ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, LA53 CGZ is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a petrol vehicle registered in 2004, it typically does not meet the Euro 4 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is LA53 CGZ?
LA53 CGZ is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.