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 1390cc has had 4 MOT tests on record, passing every one. It has 30,958 miles on the clock, averaging 5,327 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.4 engine is known for sparse fault data.
MOT & Mileage History for RY53 SWU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 30,958 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 6,158 |
| Average per year | 5,327 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 4 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | RY53 SWU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | RY — Reading, Reading |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About RY53 SWU
What car is RY53 SWU?
RY53 SWU is an silver Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Reading in 2003.
What is the mileage of RY53 SWU?
The last recorded mileage for RY53 SWU was 30,958 miles, recorded on 21 Dec 2009 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RY53 SWU passed its MOT?
RY53 SWU has had 4 MOT tests with an 100% pass rate (4 passes, 0 failures). It last passed on 21 Dec 2009.
Is RY53 SWU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RY53 SWU 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 RY53 SWU?
RY53 SWU is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.