Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2003 Volkswagen Golf Petrol 1598cc has had 12 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 4 (67% pass rate). It has 82,963 miles on the clock, averaging 9,272 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 BT52 VGP
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 82,963 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 194 |
| Average per year | 9,272 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 12 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | BT52 VGP |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BT — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 52 — September 2002 to February 2003 |
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About BT52 VGP
What car is BT52 VGP?
BT52 VGP is a black Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2003.
What is the mileage of BT52 VGP?
The last recorded mileage for BT52 VGP was 82,963 miles, recorded on 7 Nov 2012 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BT52 VGP passed its MOT?
BT52 VGP has had 12 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (8 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 7 Nov 2012.
Is BT52 VGP ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BT52 VGP 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 BT52 VGP?
BT52 VGP is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.