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 2792cc has had 15 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 5 (67% pass rate). It has 172,615 miles on the clock, averaging 10,257 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. The 2.8 VR6 engine is known for aqp/aue and component.
MOT & Mileage History for OV53 VWX
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 172,615 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 10,257 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 15 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | OV53 VWX |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 2792cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | OV — Oxford, Oxford |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About OV53 VWX
What car is OV53 VWX?
OV53 VWX is an black Volkswagen Golf, petrol (2792cc). First registered in Oxford in 2003.
What is the mileage of OV53 VWX?
The last recorded mileage for OV53 VWX was 172,615 miles, recorded on 26 Jul 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has OV53 VWX passed its MOT?
OV53 VWX has had 15 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (10 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 26 Jul 2019.
Is OV53 VWX ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, OV53 VWX 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 VWX?
OV53 VWX is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.