Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2003 Volkswagen Golf Petrol 1598cc has had 22 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 9 (59% pass rate). It has 159,030 miles on the clock, averaging 9,803 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 DC03 FPA
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 159,030 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 3,471 |
| Average per year | 9,803 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 22 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | DC03 FPA |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | DC — Chester, Deeside to Shrewsbury |
| Age identifier | 03 — March 2003 to August 2003 |
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About DC03 FPA
What car is DC03 FPA?
DC03 FPA is a black Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Chester in 2003.
What is the mileage of DC03 FPA?
The last recorded mileage for DC03 FPA was 159,030 miles, recorded on 28 Nov 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has DC03 FPA passed its MOT?
DC03 FPA has had 22 MOT tests with a 59% pass rate (13 passes, 9 failures). It last passed on 28 Nov 2019.
Is DC03 FPA ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, DC03 FPA 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 DC03 FPA?
DC03 FPA is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.