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 21 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 5 (76% pass rate). It has 80,715 miles on the clock, averaging 3,321 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 YB53 RXD
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 80,715 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 1,436 |
| Average per year | 3,321 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 21 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | YB53 RXD |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | YB — Leeds, Yorkshire |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About YB53 RXD
What car is YB53 RXD?
YB53 RXD is a silver Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Leeds in 2004.
What is the mileage of YB53 RXD?
The last recorded mileage for YB53 RXD was 80,715 miles, recorded on 22 Sep 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has YB53 RXD passed its MOT?
YB53 RXD has had 21 MOT tests with a 76% pass rate (16 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 22 Sep 2025.
Is YB53 RXD ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, YB53 RXD 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 YB53 RXD?
YB53 RXD is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.