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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 Bora Diesel 1896cc has had 12 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 4 (67% pass rate). It has 246,323 miles on the clock, averaging 24,306 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400.
MOT & Mileage History for RY53 JOA
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 246,323 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 221,691 |
| Average per year | 24,306 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | RY53 JOA |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Bora |
| Colour | Green |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | RY — Reading, Reading |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About RY53 JOA
What car is RY53 JOA?
RY53 JOA is an green Volkswagen Bora, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Reading in 2003.
What is the mileage of RY53 JOA?
The last recorded mileage for RY53 JOA was 246,323 miles, recorded on 19 Mar 2014 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RY53 JOA passed its MOT?
RY53 JOA has had 12 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (8 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 19 Mar 2014.
Is RY53 JOA ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RY53 JOA 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 RY53 JOA?
RY53 JOA is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.