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 1390cc has had 26 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 12 (54% pass rate). It has 103,154 miles on the clock, averaging 4,885 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.4 engine is known for sparse fault data.
MOT & Mileage History for PK53 TZP
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Average miles/year
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 103,154 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 166 |
| Average per year | 4,885 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 26 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | PK53 TZP |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | PK — Preston, Preston |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About PK53 TZP
What car is PK53 TZP?
PK53 TZP is a black Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Preston in 2003.
What is the mileage of PK53 TZP?
The last recorded mileage for PK53 TZP was 103,154 miles, recorded on 9 Dec 2023 during its most recent MOT test.
Has PK53 TZP passed its MOT?
PK53 TZP has had 26 MOT tests with a 54% pass rate (14 passes, 12 failures). It last passed on 9 Dec 2023.
Is PK53 TZP ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, PK53 TZP 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 TZP?
PK53 TZP is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.