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 1390cc has had 22 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 8 (64% pass rate). It has 132,963 miles on the clock, averaging 7,228 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.4 engine is known for sparse fault data.
MOT & Mileage History for WD53 BYA
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Gap in MOT history
Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 132,963 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 3,650 |
| Average per year | 7,228 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 22 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Volkswagen Golf
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | WD53 BYA |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | WD — Exeter, West of England |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About WD53 BYA
What car is WD53 BYA?
WD53 BYA is a black Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Exeter in 2004.
What is the mileage of WD53 BYA?
The last recorded mileage for WD53 BYA was 132,963 miles, recorded on 31 May 2022 during its most recent MOT test.
Has WD53 BYA passed its MOT?
WD53 BYA has had 22 MOT tests with a 64% pass rate (14 passes, 8 failures). It last was tested on 31 May 2022.
Is WD53 BYA ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, WD53 BYA 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 WD53 BYA?
WD53 BYA is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.