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 7 MOT tests on record, passing every one. It has 126,340 miles on the clock, averaging 11,098 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. The 1.4 engine is known for sparse fault data.
MOT & Mileage History for NL53 PBZ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 126,340 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 11,571 |
| Average per year | 11,098 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 7 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | NL53 PBZ |
| 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 PBZ
What car is NL53 PBZ?
NL53 PBZ is an silver Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Newcastle in 2003.
What is the mileage of NL53 PBZ?
The last recorded mileage for NL53 PBZ was 126,340 miles, recorded on 2 Aug 2012 during its most recent MOT test.
Has NL53 PBZ passed its MOT?
NL53 PBZ has had 7 MOT tests with an 100% pass rate (7 passes, 0 failures). It last passed on 2 Aug 2012.
Is NL53 PBZ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, NL53 PBZ 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 PBZ?
NL53 PBZ is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.