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 6 MOT tests on record, passing every one. It has 81,630 miles on the clock, averaging 10,490 miles per year, above 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 RX53 PDY
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 81,630 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 5,523 |
| Average per year | 10,490 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 6 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | RX53 PDY |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | RX — Reading, Reading |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About RX53 PDY
What car is RX53 PDY?
RX53 PDY is an black Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Reading in 2003.
What is the mileage of RX53 PDY?
The last recorded mileage for RX53 PDY was 81,630 miles, recorded on 12 Aug 2011 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RX53 PDY passed its MOT?
RX53 PDY has had 6 MOT tests with an 100% pass rate (6 passes, 0 failures). It last passed on 12 Aug 2011.
Is RX53 PDY ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RX53 PDY 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 RX53 PDY?
RX53 PDY is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.