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 1598cc has had 14 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 3 (79% pass rate). It has 99,558 miles on the clock, averaging 3,916 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 PK53 AVC
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 99,558 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 3,916 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 14 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | PK53 AVC |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | PK — Preston, Preston |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About PK53 AVC
What car is PK53 AVC?
PK53 AVC is a black Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Preston in 2003.
What is the mileage of PK53 AVC?
The last recorded mileage for PK53 AVC was 99,558 miles, recorded on 31 May 2022 during its most recent MOT test.
Has PK53 AVC passed its MOT?
PK53 AVC has had 14 MOT tests with a 79% pass rate (11 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 31 May 2022.
Is PK53 AVC ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, PK53 AVC 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 PK53 AVC?
PK53 AVC is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.