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 2004 Volkswagen Golf Diesel 1968cc has had 5 MOT tests on record, passing 3 and failing 2 (60% pass rate). It has 132,450 miles on the clock, averaging 4,585 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400.
MOT & Mileage History for RG53 FSV
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 132,450 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 19 |
| Average per year | 4,585 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 5 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | RG53 FSV |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1968cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | RG — Reading, Reading |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About RG53 FSV
What car is RG53 FSV?
RG53 FSV is an red Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Reading in 2004.
What is the mileage of RG53 FSV?
The last recorded mileage for RG53 FSV was 132,450 miles, recorded on 19 Apr 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RG53 FSV passed its MOT?
RG53 FSV has had 5 MOT tests with a 60% pass rate (3 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 19 Apr 2019.
Is RG53 FSV ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RG53 FSV is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2004, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is RG53 FSV?
RG53 FSV is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.