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 26 MOT tests on record, passing 18 and failing 8 (69% pass rate). It has 112,763 miles on the clock, averaging 3,869 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 LJ53 OCB
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 112,763 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 2 |
| Average per year | 3,869 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 26 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | LJ53 OCB |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1595cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | LJ — Wimbledon, London |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About LJ53 OCB
What car is LJ53 OCB?
LJ53 OCB is an black Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1595cc). First registered in Wimbledon in 2004.
What is the mileage of LJ53 OCB?
The last recorded mileage for LJ53 OCB was 112,763 miles, recorded on 19 Jun 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has LJ53 OCB passed its MOT?
LJ53 OCB has had 26 MOT tests with a 69% pass rate (18 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 19 Jun 2026.
Is LJ53 OCB ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, LJ53 OCB 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 LJ53 OCB?
LJ53 OCB is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.