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 2004 Volkswagen Golf Petrol 1598cc has had 19 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 6 (68% pass rate). It has 179,102 miles on the clock, averaging 9,317 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 VA53 GJG
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 179,102 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 4,720 |
| Average per year | 9,317 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 19 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | VA53 GJG |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | VA — Worcester, Severn Valley |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About VA53 GJG
What car is VA53 GJG?
VA53 GJG is a silver Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Worcester in 2004.
What is the mileage of VA53 GJG?
The last recorded mileage for VA53 GJG was 179,102 miles, recorded on 31 Mar 2021 during its most recent MOT test.
Has VA53 GJG passed its MOT?
VA53 GJG has had 19 MOT tests with a 68% pass rate (13 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 31 Mar 2021.
Is VA53 GJG ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, VA53 GJG is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a petrol vehicle registered in 2004, it typically does not meet the Euro 4 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is VA53 GJG?
VA53 GJG is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.