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 Bora Petrol 1595cc has had 22 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 7 (68% pass rate). It has 142,762 miles on the clock, averaging 7,819 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400.
MOT & Mileage History for OV53 VHU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 142,762 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 71 |
| Average per year | 7,819 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 22 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | OV53 VHU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Bora |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1595cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | OV — Oxford, Oxford |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About OV53 VHU
What car is OV53 VHU?
OV53 VHU is an silver Volkswagen Bora, petrol (1595cc). First registered in Oxford in 2003.
What is the mileage of OV53 VHU?
The last recorded mileage for OV53 VHU was 142,762 miles, recorded on 7 Mar 2022 during its most recent MOT test.
Has OV53 VHU passed its MOT?
OV53 VHU has had 22 MOT tests with a 68% pass rate (15 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 7 Mar 2022.
Is OV53 VHU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, OV53 VHU 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 OV53 VHU?
OV53 VHU is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.