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 25 MOT tests on record, passing 21 and failing 4 (84% pass rate). It has 151,500 miles on the clock, averaging 6,902 miles per year, 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 YM53 VSX
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 151,500 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 6,883 |
| Average per year | 6,902 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 25 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | YM53 VSX |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Beige |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | YM — Sheffield, Yorkshire |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About YM53 VSX
What car is YM53 VSX?
YM53 VSX is a beige Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Sheffield in 2004.
What is the mileage of YM53 VSX?
The last recorded mileage for YM53 VSX was 151,500 miles, recorded on 16 Jul 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has YM53 VSX passed its MOT?
YM53 VSX has had 25 MOT tests with an 84% pass rate (21 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 16 Jul 2026.
Is YM53 VSX ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, YM53 VSX 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 YM53 VSX?
YM53 VSX is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.