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 4 MOT tests on record, passing 3 and failing once (75% pass rate). It has 66,608 miles on the clock, averaging 10,719 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. The 1.4 engine is known for sparse fault data.
MOT & Mileage History for NC53 OUL
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 66,608 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 12,170 |
| Average per year | 10,719 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 4 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | NC53 OUL |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | NC — Newcastle, North |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About NC53 OUL
What car is NC53 OUL?
NC53 OUL is an silver Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Newcastle in 2003.
What is the mileage of NC53 OUL?
The last recorded mileage for NC53 OUL was 66,608 miles, recorded on 21 Jan 2009 during its most recent MOT test.
Has NC53 OUL passed its MOT?
NC53 OUL has had 4 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (3 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 21 Jan 2009.
Is NC53 OUL ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, NC53 OUL 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 NC53 OUL?
NC53 OUL is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.