Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2004 Volkswagen Golf Petrol 1598cc has had 12 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing once (92% pass rate). It has 132,213 miles on the clock, averaging 9,530 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 DF53 YBT
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 132,213 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 10,481 |
| Average per year | 9,530 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 12 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | DF53 YBT |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | DF — Chester, Deeside to Shrewsbury |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About DF53 YBT
What car is DF53 YBT?
DF53 YBT is a black Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Chester in 2004.
What is the mileage of DF53 YBT?
The last recorded mileage for DF53 YBT was 132,213 miles, recorded on 5 Oct 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has DF53 YBT passed its MOT?
DF53 YBT has had 12 MOT tests with an 92% pass rate (11 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 5 Oct 2017.
Is DF53 YBT ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, DF53 YBT 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 DF53 YBT?
DF53 YBT is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.