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 3189cc has had 26 MOT tests on record, passing 18 and failing 8 (69% pass rate). It has 183,848 miles on the clock, averaging 7,011 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 3.2 VR6 engine is known for serpentine belt tensioner.
MOT & Mileage History for RN53 NCX
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 183,848 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 6,350 |
| Average per year | 7,011 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 26 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | RN53 NCX |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 3189cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | RN — Reading, Reading |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About RN53 NCX
What car is RN53 NCX?
RN53 NCX is an black Volkswagen Golf, petrol (3189cc). First registered in Reading in 2003.
What is the mileage of RN53 NCX?
The last recorded mileage for RN53 NCX was 183,848 miles, recorded on 12 Apr 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RN53 NCX passed its MOT?
RN53 NCX has had 26 MOT tests with a 69% pass rate (18 passes, 8 failures). It last was tested on 12 Apr 2026.
Is RN53 NCX ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RN53 NCX 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 RN53 NCX?
RN53 NCX is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.