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 16 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 2 (88% pass rate). It has 158,164 miles on the clock, averaging 9,945 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. The 2.0 engine is known for camshaft position sensor (part 06a905377).
MOT & Mileage History for PE53 LFJ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 158,164 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 11 |
| Average per year | 9,945 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 16 tests on record
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Camshaft position sensor (part 06A905377)
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | PE53 LFJ |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| 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 LFJ
What car is PE53 LFJ?
PE53 LFJ is a blue Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1984cc). First registered in Preston in 2003.
What is the mileage of PE53 LFJ?
The last recorded mileage for PE53 LFJ was 158,164 miles, recorded on 13 Oct 2020 during its most recent MOT test.
Has PE53 LFJ passed its MOT?
PE53 LFJ has had 16 MOT tests with an 88% pass rate (14 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 13 Oct 2020.
Is PE53 LFJ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, PE53 LFJ 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 LFJ?
PE53 LFJ is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.