Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2003 Volkswagen Golf Petrol 1598cc has had 13 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing once (92% pass rate). It has 73,625 miles on the clock, averaging 4,525 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 EN53 VBV
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 73,625 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 13 |
| Average per year | 4,525 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 13 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | EN53 VBV |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | EN — Chelmsford, Essex |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About EN53 VBV
What car is EN53 VBV?
EN53 VBV is an silver Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2003.
What is the mileage of EN53 VBV?
The last recorded mileage for EN53 VBV was 73,625 miles, recorded on 29 Jan 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has EN53 VBV passed its MOT?
EN53 VBV has had 13 MOT tests with an 92% pass rate (12 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 29 Jan 2019.
Is EN53 VBV ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, EN53 VBV 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 EN53 VBV?
EN53 VBV is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.