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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 25 MOT tests on record, passing 22 and failing 3 (88% pass rate). It has 98,100 miles on the clock, averaging 3,947 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 EUW
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 98,100 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 4,378 |
| Average per year | 3,947 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 25 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | WG53 EUW |
| 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 EUW
What car is WG53 EUW?
WG53 EUW is a silver Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1595cc). First registered in Exeter in 2003.
What is the mileage of WG53 EUW?
The last recorded mileage for WG53 EUW was 98,100 miles, recorded on 27 Jan 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has WG53 EUW passed its MOT?
WG53 EUW has had 25 MOT tests with an 88% pass rate (22 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 27 Jan 2026.
Is WG53 EUW ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, WG53 EUW 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 EUW?
WG53 EUW is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.