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 9 MOT tests on record, passing 7 and failing 2 (78% pass rate). It has 71,663 miles on the clock, averaging 9,099 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 YK53 RJU
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 71,663 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 159 |
| Average per year | 9,099 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 9 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | YK53 RJU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1595cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | YK — Leeds, Yorkshire |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About YK53 RJU
What car is YK53 RJU?
YK53 RJU is a black Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1595cc). First registered in Leeds in 2003.
What is the mileage of YK53 RJU?
The last recorded mileage for YK53 RJU was 71,663 miles, recorded on 3 Aug 2012 during its most recent MOT test.
Has YK53 RJU passed its MOT?
YK53 RJU has had 9 MOT tests with a 78% pass rate (7 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 3 Aug 2012.
Is YK53 RJU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, YK53 RJU 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 YK53 RJU?
YK53 RJU is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.