No, OU53 ODE is currently recorded as untaxed in official DVLA vehicle records.

When is the MOT due for OU53 ODE?

The MOT for OU53 ODE is valid and due for renewal on or before 16 February 2017.

What is the recorded mileage of OU53 ODE?

The recorded mileage for OU53 ODE is 120,801 miles, recorded at its most recent DVSA MOT test.

Is OU53 ODE ULEZ compliant?

No, OU53 ODE does not meet standard ULEZ emissions requirements and would incur a daily charge when driven within the London Ultra Low Emission Zone.

Official DVLA Record

2003 Volkswagen Golf 1.4L Petrol · OU53 ODE

OU53 ODE

2003 Volkswagen Golf (1.4L, petrol). First registered 01/09/2003. Recorded mileage 120,801 miles. MOT status: Expired.

Make & Model: VOLKSWAGEN GOLF
Year / Origin: 2003 · Oxford
MOT Status: Valid until 16/02/2017
Road Tax: Untaxed (01/04/2017)
Recorded Mileage: 120,801 mi
ULEZ Compliance: Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
Fuel & Engine: PETROL · 1.4L
Reliability Guide: Common Faults

MOT Status

Expired

Valid until 16/02/2017

Tax Status

Untaxed

Tax due 01/04/2017

Mileage: 120,801 mi
Fuel Type: PETROL
Year: 2003
Engine: 1390cc

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OU53 ODE Key Findings

14 MOT tests recorded
Latest MOT passed on 16/02/2016
120,801 miles recorded at latest MOT
4 historical MOT failures
6 defects noted at the latest MOT
Recurring lighting items (13 mentions)

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis

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MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average

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OU53 ODE Mileage History

04/11/200616,735 mi
02/11/200723,514 mi+6,779 mi
31/12/200832,536 mi+9,022 mi
16/12/200940,057 mi+7,521 mi
31/01/201159,554 mi+19,497 mi
02/02/201159,554 mi
28/01/201274,017 mi+14,463 mi
31/01/201274,017 mi
30/01/201383,833 mi+9,816 mi
06/02/201496,239 mi+12,406 mi
06/02/201496,239 mi
17/02/2015109,190 mi+12,951 mi
17/02/2015109,190 mi
16/02/2016120,801 mi+11,611 mi

Average of roughly 11,208 miles per year across 14 recorded odometer readings.

OU53 ODE MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 26 Sept 2026, 03:39

MOT Analysis

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14 MOT tests are recorded for this 2003 Volkswagen Golf (OU53 ODE) between November 2006 and February 2016.

The record contains 10 passes and 4 failures.

The most recent test on 16 February 2016 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 4 failures that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Lighting (13 issues), Brakes (9 issues), Suspension (4 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (3 issues), Tyres (3 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 19 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.

Recorded failure items include: “Centre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)”; “Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)”; “Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)”.

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