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 22 MOT tests on record, passing 20 and failing 2 (91% pass rate). It has 90,587 miles on the clock, averaging 3,007 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 VRO
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 90,587 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 1,517 |
| Average per year | 3,007 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 22 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | PK53 VRO |
| 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 VRO
What car is PK53 VRO?
PK53 VRO is a black Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Preston in 2003.
What is the mileage of PK53 VRO?
The last recorded mileage for PK53 VRO was 90,587 miles, recorded on 7 May 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has PK53 VRO passed its MOT?
PK53 VRO has had 22 MOT tests with an 91% pass rate (20 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 7 May 2026.
Is PK53 VRO ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, PK53 VRO 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 VRO?
PK53 VRO is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.