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 Mini Mini Petrol 1598cc has had 34 MOT tests on record, passing 20 and failing 14 (59% pass rate). It has 144,761 miles on the clock, averaging 6,479 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400.
MOT & Mileage History for NJ53 VGC
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 144,761 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 282 |
| Average per year | 6,479 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 34 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | NJ53 VGC |
| Make | Mini |
| Model | Mini |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | NJ — Newcastle, North |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About NJ53 VGC
What car is NJ53 VGC?
NJ53 VGC is an grey Mini Mini, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Newcastle in 2003.
What is the mileage of NJ53 VGC?
The last recorded mileage for NJ53 VGC was 144,761 miles, recorded on 25 Nov 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has NJ53 VGC passed its MOT?
NJ53 VGC has had 34 MOT tests with a 59% pass rate (20 passes, 14 failures). It last was tested on 25 Nov 2025.
Is NJ53 VGC ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, NJ53 VGC 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 NJ53 VGC?
NJ53 VGC is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.