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At a glance
This 2003 Volkswagen Golf Petrol 1598cc has had 12 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 3 (75% pass rate). It has 104,081 miles on the clock, averaging 8,259 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 CP53 FVA
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 104,081 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 11,520 |
| Average per year | 8,259 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 12 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | CP53 FVA |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | CP — Swansea, Cymru (Wales) |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About CP53 FVA
What car is CP53 FVA?
CP53 FVA is a black Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Swansea in 2003.
What is the mileage of CP53 FVA?
The last recorded mileage for CP53 FVA was 104,081 miles, recorded on 11 May 2015 during its most recent MOT test.
Has CP53 FVA passed its MOT?
CP53 FVA has had 12 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (9 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 11 May 2015.
Is CP53 FVA ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, CP53 FVA 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 CP53 FVA?
CP53 FVA is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.