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 1984cc has had 19 MOT tests on record, passing 17 and failing 2 (89% pass rate). It has 114,902 miles on the clock, averaging 5,079 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 2.0 engine is known for camshaft position sensor (part 06a905377).
MOT & Mileage History for PE53 ELU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 114,902 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 3,317 |
| Average per year | 5,079 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 19 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Volkswagen Golf
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Camshaft position sensor (part 06A905377)
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | PE53 ELU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1984cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | PE — Preston, Preston |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About PE53 ELU
What car is PE53 ELU?
PE53 ELU is a silver Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1984cc). First registered in Preston in 2003.
What is the mileage of PE53 ELU?
The last recorded mileage for PE53 ELU was 114,902 miles, recorded on 15 Jan 2024 during its most recent MOT test.
Has PE53 ELU passed its MOT?
PE53 ELU has had 19 MOT tests with an 89% pass rate (17 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 15 Jan 2024.
Is PE53 ELU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, PE53 ELU 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 PE53 ELU?
PE53 ELU is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.