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 3189cc has had 15 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 4 (73% pass rate). It has 119,093 miles on the clock, averaging 8,213 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400. The 3.2 VR6 engine is known for serpentine belt tensioner.
MOT & Mileage History for OY53 OLM
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 119,093 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 8,630 |
| Average per year | 8,213 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 15 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | OY53 OLM |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 3189cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | OY — Oxford, Oxford |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About OY53 OLM
What car is OY53 OLM?
OY53 OLM is an black Volkswagen Golf, petrol (3189cc). First registered in Oxford in 2003.
What is the mileage of OY53 OLM?
The last recorded mileage for OY53 OLM was 119,093 miles, recorded on 8 Jan 2016 during its most recent MOT test.
Has OY53 OLM passed its MOT?
OY53 OLM has had 15 MOT tests with a 73% pass rate (11 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 8 Jan 2016.
Is OY53 OLM ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, OY53 OLM 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 OY53 OLM?
OY53 OLM is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.