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 3200cc has had 20 MOT tests on record, passing 19 and failing once (95% pass rate). It has 50,941 miles on the clock, averaging 2,083 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400. The 3.2 VR6 engine is known for serpentine belt tensioner.
MOT & Mileage History for OW53 GPY
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 50,941 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 54 |
| Average per year | 2,083 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 20 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | OW53 GPY |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 3200cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | OW — Oxford, Oxford |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About OW53 GPY
What car is OW53 GPY?
OW53 GPY is an black Volkswagen Golf, petrol (3200cc). First registered in Oxford in 2004.
What is the mileage of OW53 GPY?
The last recorded mileage for OW53 GPY was 50,941 miles, recorded on 22 Jan 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has OW53 GPY passed its MOT?
OW53 GPY has had 20 MOT tests with an 95% pass rate (19 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 22 Jan 2025.
Is OW53 GPY ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, OW53 GPY 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 OW53 GPY?
OW53 GPY is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.