Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2003 Volkswagen Golf Petrol 1598cc has had 15 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 4 (73% pass rate). It has 101,478 miles on the clock, averaging 6,297 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 DF03 ELX
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 101,478 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 6,342 |
| Average per year | 6,297 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 15 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | DF03 ELX |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | DF — Chester, Deeside to Shrewsbury |
| Age identifier | 03 — March 2003 to August 2003 |
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About DF03 ELX
What car is DF03 ELX?
DF03 ELX is a black Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Chester in 2003.
What is the mileage of DF03 ELX?
The last recorded mileage for DF03 ELX was 101,478 miles, recorded on 22 Jun 2018 during its most recent MOT test.
Has DF03 ELX passed its MOT?
DF03 ELX has had 15 MOT tests with a 73% pass rate (11 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 22 Jun 2018.
Is DF03 ELX ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, DF03 ELX 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 DF03 ELX?
DF03 ELX is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.