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 1595cc has had 22 MOT tests on record, passing 20 and failing 2 (91% pass rate). It has 34,846 miles on the clock, averaging 1,648 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.6 engine is known for check dvsa recall data directly and search specialist vag forums.
MOT & Mileage History for PJ53 BTE
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 34,846 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 3,255 |
| Average per year | 1,648 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 22 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | PJ53 BTE |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Beige |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1595cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | PJ — Preston, Preston |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About PJ53 BTE
What car is PJ53 BTE?
PJ53 BTE is a beige Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1595cc). First registered in Preston in 2003.
What is the mileage of PJ53 BTE?
The last recorded mileage for PJ53 BTE was 34,846 miles, recorded on 2 Oct 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has PJ53 BTE passed its MOT?
PJ53 BTE has had 22 MOT tests with an 91% pass rate (20 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 2 Oct 2025.
Is PJ53 BTE ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, PJ53 BTE 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 PJ53 BTE?
PJ53 BTE is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.