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 Diesel 1968cc has had 3 MOT tests on record, passing 2 and failing once (67% pass rate). It has 26,373 miles on the clock, averaging 7,354 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400.
MOT & Mileage History for OW53 OBC
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 26,373 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 10 |
| Average per year | 7,354 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 3 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | OW53 OBC |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1968cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | OW — Oxford, Oxford |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About OW53 OBC
What car is OW53 OBC?
OW53 OBC is an blue Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Oxford in 2004.
What is the mileage of OW53 OBC?
The last recorded mileage for OW53 OBC was 26,373 miles, recorded on 31 Jan 2008 during its most recent MOT test.
Has OW53 OBC passed its MOT?
OW53 OBC has had 3 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (2 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 31 Jan 2008.
Is OW53 OBC ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, OW53 OBC is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2004, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is OW53 OBC?
OW53 OBC is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.