Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2003 Volkswagen Golf Petrol 1595cc has had 9 MOT tests on record, passing every one. It has 81,572 miles on the clock, averaging 7,657 miles per year, around 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 EF53 VYT
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 81,572 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 7,783 |
| Average per year | 7,657 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 9 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | EF53 VYT |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1595cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | EF — Chelmsford, Essex |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About EF53 VYT
What car is EF53 VYT?
EF53 VYT is an silver Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1595cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2003.
What is the mileage of EF53 VYT?
The last recorded mileage for EF53 VYT was 81,572 miles, recorded on 14 May 2015 during its most recent MOT test.
Has EF53 VYT passed its MOT?
EF53 VYT has had 9 MOT tests with an 100% pass rate (9 passes, 0 failures). It last passed on 14 May 2015.
Is EF53 VYT ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, EF53 VYT 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 EF53 VYT?
EF53 VYT is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.