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 1896cc has had 1 MOT test on record, passing every one. It has 53,723 miles on the clock at the last MOT. The 1.9 TDI engine is known for turbocharger vnt actuator.
MOT & Mileage History for OW53 OEA
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Reported issues for this Volkswagen Golf
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | OW53 OEA |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | OW — Oxford, Oxford |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About OW53 OEA
What car is OW53 OEA?
OW53 OEA is an blue Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Oxford in 2004.
What is the mileage of OW53 OEA?
The last recorded mileage for OW53 OEA was 53,723 miles, recorded on 24 Dec 2007 during its most recent MOT test.
Has OW53 OEA passed its MOT?
OW53 OEA has had 1 MOT tests with an 100% pass rate (1 pass, 0 failures). It last passed on 24 Dec 2007.
Is OW53 OEA ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, OW53 OEA 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 OEA?
OW53 OEA is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.