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 12 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 4 (67% pass rate). It has 130,341 miles on the clock, averaging 9,984 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 VE53 NBD
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 130,341 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 7 |
| Average per year | 9,984 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 12 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | VE53 NBD |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | VE — Worcester, Severn Valley |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About VE53 NBD
What car is VE53 NBD?
VE53 NBD is a silver Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Worcester in 2003.
What is the mileage of VE53 NBD?
The last recorded mileage for VE53 NBD was 130,341 miles, recorded on 16 May 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has VE53 NBD passed its MOT?
VE53 NBD has had 12 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (8 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 16 May 2017.
Is VE53 NBD ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, VE53 NBD 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 VE53 NBD?
VE53 NBD is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.