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 26 MOT tests on record, passing 17 and failing 9 (65% pass rate). It has 161,510 miles on the clock, averaging 4,643 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400. The 2.0 engine is known for camshaft position sensor (part 06a905377).
MOT & Mileage History for NJ53 YHW
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 161,510 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 6,060 |
| Average per year | 4,643 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 26 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Volkswagen Golf
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Camshaft position sensor (part 06A905377)
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | NJ53 YHW |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1984cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | NJ — Newcastle, North |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About NJ53 YHW
What car is NJ53 YHW?
NJ53 YHW is an black Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1984cc). First registered in Newcastle in 2003.
What is the mileage of NJ53 YHW?
The last recorded mileage for NJ53 YHW was 161,510 miles, recorded on 31 Aug 2023 during its most recent MOT test.
Has NJ53 YHW passed its MOT?
NJ53 YHW has had 26 MOT tests with a 65% pass rate (17 passes, 9 failures). It last passed on 31 Aug 2023.
Is NJ53 YHW ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, NJ53 YHW 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 YHW?
NJ53 YHW is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.