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 10 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing once (90% pass rate). It has 42,817 miles on the clock, averaging 4,050 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 LT53 VUP
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 42,817 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 5,178 |
| Average per year | 4,050 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 10 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | LT53 VUP |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | LT — Stanmore, London |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About LT53 VUP
What car is LT53 VUP?
LT53 VUP is an black Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Stanmore in 2003.
What is the mileage of LT53 VUP?
The last recorded mileage for LT53 VUP was 42,817 miles, recorded on 19 Aug 2014 during its most recent MOT test.
Has LT53 VUP passed its MOT?
LT53 VUP has had 10 MOT tests with an 90% pass rate (9 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 19 Aug 2014.
Is LT53 VUP ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, LT53 VUP 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 LT53 VUP?
LT53 VUP is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.