Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2004 Volkswagen Golf Petrol 1595cc has had 17 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 5 (71% pass rate). It has 76,734 miles on the clock, averaging 5,057 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 KWA
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 76,734 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 8,056 |
| Average per year | 5,057 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 17 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | DC53 KWA |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1595cc |
| 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 KWA
What car is DC53 KWA?
DC53 KWA is a silver Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1595cc). First registered in Chester in 2004.
What is the mileage of DC53 KWA?
The last recorded mileage for DC53 KWA was 76,734 miles, recorded on 4 Feb 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has DC53 KWA passed its MOT?
DC53 KWA has had 17 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (12 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 4 Feb 2019.
Is DC53 KWA ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, DC53 KWA 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 KWA?
DC53 KWA is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.