Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2003 Volkswagen Golf Petrol 1598cc has had 17 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 5 (71% pass rate). It has 87,732 miles on the clock, averaging 4,306 miles per year, well 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 DY53 YMH
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 87,732 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 1,444 |
| Average per year | 4,306 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 17 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | DY53 YMH |
| 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 YMH
What car is DY53 YMH?
DY53 YMH is a silver Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Shrewsbury in 2003.
What is the mileage of DY53 YMH?
The last recorded mileage for DY53 YMH was 87,732 miles, recorded on 18 Mar 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has DY53 YMH passed its MOT?
DY53 YMH has had 17 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (12 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 18 Mar 2019.
Is DY53 YMH ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, DY53 YMH 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 YMH?
DY53 YMH is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.