Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2003 Volkswagen Golf Petrol 1598cc has had 20 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 7 (65% pass rate). It has 163,573 miles on the clock, averaging 9,712 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 DY53 GXL
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 163,573 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 6,007 |
| Average per year | 9,712 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 20 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | DY53 GXL |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | DY — Shrewsbury, Deeside to Shrewsbury |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About DY53 GXL
What car is DY53 GXL?
DY53 GXL is a silver Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Shrewsbury in 2003.
What is the mileage of DY53 GXL?
The last recorded mileage for DY53 GXL was 163,573 miles, recorded on 29 Aug 2020 during its most recent MOT test.
Has DY53 GXL passed its MOT?
DY53 GXL has had 20 MOT tests with a 65% pass rate (13 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 29 Aug 2020.
Is DY53 GXL ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, DY53 GXL 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 DY53 GXL?
DY53 GXL is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.