Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2003 Volkswagen Golf Petrol 1598cc has had 23 MOT tests on record, passing 19 and failing 4 (83% pass rate). It has 133,508 miles on the clock, averaging 6,128 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 TYW
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 133,508 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 7,645 |
| Average per year | 6,128 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 23 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | DU53 TYW |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| 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 TYW
What car is DU53 TYW?
DU53 TYW is a silver Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Shrewsbury in 2003.
What is the mileage of DU53 TYW?
The last recorded mileage for DU53 TYW was 133,508 miles, recorded on 1 Oct 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has DU53 TYW passed its MOT?
DU53 TYW has had 23 MOT tests with an 83% pass rate (19 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 1 Oct 2025.
Is DU53 TYW ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, DU53 TYW 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 TYW?
DU53 TYW is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.