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 1598cc has had 21 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 8 (62% pass rate). It has 72,701 miles on the clock, averaging 4,134 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.6 engine is known for check dvsa recall data directly and search specialist vag forums.
MOT & Mileage History for NV53 FYB
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 72,701 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 4,134 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 21 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | NV53 FYB |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | NV — Stockton, North |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About NV53 FYB
What car is NV53 FYB?
NV53 FYB is an silver Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Stockton in 2003.
What is the mileage of NV53 FYB?
The last recorded mileage for NV53 FYB was 72,701 miles, recorded on 4 Mar 2020 during its most recent MOT test.
Has NV53 FYB passed its MOT?
NV53 FYB has had 21 MOT tests with a 62% pass rate (13 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 4 Mar 2020.
Is NV53 FYB ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, NV53 FYB 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 NV53 FYB?
NV53 FYB is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.