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 3200cc has had 18 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 8 (56% pass rate). It has 134,861 miles on the clock, averaging 7,782 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400. The 3.2 VR6 engine is known for serpentine belt tensioner.
MOT & Mileage History for MT53 BUF
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 134,861 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 3,010 |
| Average per year | 7,782 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 18 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | MT53 BUF |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 3200cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | MT — Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About MT53 BUF
What car is MT53 BUF?
MT53 BUF is an black Volkswagen Golf, petrol (3200cc). First registered in Manchester in 2003.
What is the mileage of MT53 BUF?
The last recorded mileage for MT53 BUF was 134,861 miles, recorded on 15 Sep 2021 during its most recent MOT test.
Has MT53 BUF passed its MOT?
MT53 BUF has had 18 MOT tests with a 56% pass rate (10 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 15 Sep 2021.
Is MT53 BUF ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, MT53 BUF 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 MT53 BUF?
MT53 BUF is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.