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 8 MOT tests on record, passing 6 and failing 2 (75% pass rate). It has 118,425 miles on the clock, averaging 14,658 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. The 1.4 engine is known for sparse fault data.
MOT & Mileage History for PK53 UPO
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 118,425 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 19,369 |
| Average per year | 14,658 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 8 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | PK53 UPO |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| 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 UPO
What car is PK53 UPO?
PK53 UPO is a silver Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Preston in 2003.
What is the mileage of PK53 UPO?
The last recorded mileage for PK53 UPO was 118,425 miles, recorded on 13 Apr 2012 during its most recent MOT test.
Has PK53 UPO passed its MOT?
PK53 UPO has had 8 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (6 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 13 Apr 2012.
Is PK53 UPO ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, PK53 UPO 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 UPO?
PK53 UPO is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.