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 1595cc has had 22 MOT tests on record, passing 19 and failing 3 (86% pass rate). It has 52,820 miles on the clock, averaging 1,986 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 WG53 DVW
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 52,820 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 609 |
| Average per year | 1,986 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 22 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | WG53 DVW |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1595cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | WG — Exeter, West of England |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About WG53 DVW
What car is WG53 DVW?
WG53 DVW is a silver Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1595cc). First registered in Exeter in 2003.
What is the mileage of WG53 DVW?
The last recorded mileage for WG53 DVW was 52,820 miles, recorded on 4 Dec 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has WG53 DVW passed its MOT?
WG53 DVW has had 22 MOT tests with an 86% pass rate (19 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 4 Dec 2025.
Is WG53 DVW ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, WG53 DVW 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 WG53 DVW?
WG53 DVW is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.