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 23 MOT tests on record, passing 19 and failing 4 (83% pass rate). It has 88,903 miles on the clock, averaging 3,942 miles per year, well below 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 LBO
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 88,903 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 6,047 |
| Average per year | 3,942 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 23 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | VA53 LBO |
| 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 LBO
What car is VA53 LBO?
VA53 LBO is a silver Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Worcester in 2004.
What is the mileage of VA53 LBO?
The last recorded mileage for VA53 LBO was 88,903 miles, recorded on 7 Mar 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has VA53 LBO passed its MOT?
VA53 LBO has had 23 MOT tests with an 83% pass rate (19 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 7 Mar 2025.
Is VA53 LBO ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, VA53 LBO 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 LBO?
VA53 LBO is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.