Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2003 Volkswagen Golf Petrol 1595cc has had 15 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 3 (80% pass rate). It has 121,439 miles on the clock, averaging 9,131 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 FJ53 OVV
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 121,439 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 3 |
| Average per year | 9,131 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 15 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | FJ53 OVV |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1595cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | FJ — Nottingham, Forest and Fens |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About FJ53 OVV
What car is FJ53 OVV?
FJ53 OVV is an black Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1595cc). First registered in Nottingham in 2003.
What is the mileage of FJ53 OVV?
The last recorded mileage for FJ53 OVV was 121,439 miles, recorded on 21 Apr 2018 during its most recent MOT test.
Has FJ53 OVV passed its MOT?
FJ53 OVV has had 15 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (12 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 21 Apr 2018.
Is FJ53 OVV ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, FJ53 OVV 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 FJ53 OVV?
FJ53 OVV is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.