Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2004 Volkswagen Golf Petrol 1598cc has had 22 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 6 (73% pass rate). It has 141,273 miles on the clock, averaging 5,306 miles per year, below 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 DC53 DWO
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 141,273 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 68 |
| Average per year | 5,306 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 22 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | DC53 DWO |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | DC — Chester, Deeside to Shrewsbury |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About DC53 DWO
What car is DC53 DWO?
DC53 DWO is a silver Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Chester in 2004.
What is the mileage of DC53 DWO?
The last recorded mileage for DC53 DWO was 141,273 miles, recorded on 17 Apr 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has DC53 DWO passed its MOT?
DC53 DWO has had 22 MOT tests with a 73% pass rate (16 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 17 Apr 2025.
Is DC53 DWO ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, DC53 DWO is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a petrol vehicle registered in 2004, it typically does not meet the Euro 4 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is DC53 DWO?
DC53 DWO is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.