Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2003 Volkswagen Golf Petrol 1598cc has had 11 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 3 (73% pass rate). It has 141,983 miles on the clock, averaging 12,201 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 EO53 VLA
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 141,983 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 13,534 |
| Average per year | 12,201 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 11 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | EO53 VLA |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | EO — Chelmsford, Essex |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About EO53 VLA
What car is EO53 VLA?
EO53 VLA is an black Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2003.
What is the mileage of EO53 VLA?
The last recorded mileage for EO53 VLA was 141,983 miles, recorded on 17 Sep 2016 during its most recent MOT test.
Has EO53 VLA passed its MOT?
EO53 VLA has had 11 MOT tests with a 73% pass rate (8 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 17 Sep 2016.
Is EO53 VLA ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, EO53 VLA 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 EO53 VLA?
EO53 VLA is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.