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 22 MOT tests on record, passing 21 and failing once (95% pass rate). It has 59,308 miles on the clock, averaging 2,193 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.4 engine is known for sparse fault data.
MOT & Mileage History for NL53 AJY
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 59,308 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 11,040 |
| Average per year | 2,193 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 22 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | NL53 AJY |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | NL — Newcastle, North |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About NL53 AJY
What car is NL53 AJY?
NL53 AJY is an silver Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Newcastle in 2003.
What is the mileage of NL53 AJY?
The last recorded mileage for NL53 AJY was 59,308 miles, recorded on 30 Jul 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has NL53 AJY passed its MOT?
NL53 AJY has had 22 MOT tests with an 95% pass rate (21 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 30 Jul 2026.
Is NL53 AJY ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, NL53 AJY 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 NL53 AJY?
NL53 AJY is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.