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 2004 Volkswagen Golf Petrol 1390cc has had 11 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 2 (82% pass rate). It has 130,732 miles on the clock, averaging 11,298 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. The 1.4 engine is known for sparse fault data.
MOT & Mileage History for NM53 BAU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 130,732 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 3,686 |
| Average per year | 11,298 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 11 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | NM53 BAU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | NM — Newcastle, North |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About NM53 BAU
What car is NM53 BAU?
NM53 BAU is an silver Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Newcastle in 2004.
What is the mileage of NM53 BAU?
The last recorded mileage for NM53 BAU was 130,732 miles, recorded on 5 Apr 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has NM53 BAU passed its MOT?
NM53 BAU has had 11 MOT tests with an 82% pass rate (9 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 5 Apr 2017.
Is NM53 BAU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, NM53 BAU is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a petrol vehicle registered in 2004, it typically does not meet the Euro 4 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is NM53 BAU?
NM53 BAU is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.