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 1595cc has had 20 MOT tests on record, passing 19 and failing once (95% pass rate). It has 51,016 miles on the clock, averaging 2,100 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 LD53 VSV
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 51,016 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 2,365 |
| Average per year | 2,100 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 20 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | LD53 VSV |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1595cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | LD — Wimbledon, London |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About LD53 VSV
What car is LD53 VSV?
LD53 VSV is an silver Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1595cc). First registered in Wimbledon in 2003.
What is the mileage of LD53 VSV?
The last recorded mileage for LD53 VSV was 51,016 miles, recorded on 1 Oct 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has LD53 VSV passed its MOT?
LD53 VSV has had 20 MOT tests with an 95% pass rate (19 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 1 Oct 2025.
Is LD53 VSV ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, LD53 VSV 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 LD53 VSV?
LD53 VSV is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.