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 1984cc has had 28 MOT tests on record, passing 21 and failing 7 (75% pass rate). It has 151,686 miles on the clock, averaging 5,978 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 2.0 engine is known for camshaft position sensor (part 06a905377).
MOT & Mileage History for MK53 LHO
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 151,686 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 5,978 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 28 tests on record
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Camshaft position sensor (part 06A905377)
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | MK53 LHO |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1984cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | MK — Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About MK53 LHO
What car is MK53 LHO?
MK53 LHO is an silver Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1984cc). First registered in Manchester in 2003.
What is the mileage of MK53 LHO?
The last recorded mileage for MK53 LHO was 151,686 miles, recorded on 16 Dec 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has MK53 LHO passed its MOT?
MK53 LHO has had 28 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (21 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 16 Dec 2025.
Is MK53 LHO ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, MK53 LHO 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 MK53 LHO?
MK53 LHO is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.