Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2003 Volkswagen Golf Petrol 1598cc has had 19 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 7 (63% pass rate). It has 108,170 miles on the clock, averaging 6,836 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 DU53 KPN
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 108,170 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 5,498 |
| Average per year | 6,836 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 19 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | DU53 KPN |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | DU — Shrewsbury, Deeside to Shrewsbury |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About DU53 KPN
What car is DU53 KPN?
DU53 KPN is a black Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Shrewsbury in 2003.
What is the mileage of DU53 KPN?
The last recorded mileage for DU53 KPN was 108,170 miles, recorded on 29 Aug 2018 during its most recent MOT test.
Has DU53 KPN passed its MOT?
DU53 KPN has had 19 MOT tests with a 63% pass rate (12 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 29 Aug 2018.
Is DU53 KPN ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, DU53 KPN 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 DU53 KPN?
DU53 KPN is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.