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 152,805 miles on the clock, averaging 9,360 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 FH53 NVE
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 152,805 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 6 |
| Average per year | 9,360 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 17 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | FH53 NVE |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | FH — Nottingham, Forest and Fens |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About FH53 NVE
What car is FH53 NVE?
FH53 NVE is an silver Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Nottingham in 2003.
What is the mileage of FH53 NVE?
The last recorded mileage for FH53 NVE was 152,805 miles, recorded on 26 Apr 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has FH53 NVE passed its MOT?
FH53 NVE has had 17 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (12 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 26 Apr 2019.
Is FH53 NVE ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, FH53 NVE 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 FH53 NVE?
FH53 NVE is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.