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 16 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 2 (88% pass rate). It has 98,678 miles on the clock, averaging 4,492 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 LB53 UDT
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Average miles/year
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 98,678 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 503 |
| Average per year | 4,492 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 16 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | LB53 UDT |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | LB — Wimbledon, London |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About LB53 UDT
What car is LB53 UDT?
LB53 UDT is an black Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Wimbledon in 2003.
What is the mileage of LB53 UDT?
The last recorded mileage for LB53 UDT was 98,678 miles, recorded on 18 May 2022 during its most recent MOT test.
Has LB53 UDT passed its MOT?
LB53 UDT has had 16 MOT tests with an 88% pass rate (14 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 18 May 2022.
Is LB53 UDT ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, LB53 UDT 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 LB53 UDT?
LB53 UDT is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.