Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2003 Volkswagen Golf Petrol 1598cc has had 17 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 5 (71% pass rate). It has 121,697 miles on the clock, averaging 7,884 miles per year, around 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 BV53 VVZ
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 121,697 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 7,884 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 17 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | BV53 VVZ |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BV — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About BV53 VVZ
What car is BV53 VVZ?
BV53 VVZ is a silver Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2003.
What is the mileage of BV53 VVZ?
The last recorded mileage for BV53 VVZ was 121,697 miles, recorded on 30 Nov 2018 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BV53 VVZ passed its MOT?
BV53 VVZ has had 17 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (12 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 30 Nov 2018.
Is BV53 VVZ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BV53 VVZ 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 BV53 VVZ?
BV53 VVZ is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.