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 Diesel 1896cc has had 28 MOT tests on record, passing 20 and failing 8 (71% pass rate). It has 157,563 miles on the clock, averaging 6,846 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.9 TDI engine is known for turbocharger vnt actuator.
MOT & Mileage History for RX53 EOO
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Average miles/year
Gap in MOT history
Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 157,563 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 3,567 |
| Average per year | 6,846 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 28 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Volkswagen Golf
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Turbocharger VNT actuator (vacuum-operated, part-specific to PD turbos like K03/K04 variants)
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | RX53 EOO |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | RX — Reading, Reading |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About RX53 EOO
What car is RX53 EOO?
RX53 EOO is an blue Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Reading in 2003.
What is the mileage of RX53 EOO?
The last recorded mileage for RX53 EOO was 157,563 miles, recorded on 27 Jul 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RX53 EOO passed its MOT?
RX53 EOO has had 28 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (20 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 27 Jul 2026.
Is RX53 EOO ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RX53 EOO is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2003, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is RX53 EOO?
RX53 EOO is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.