Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2003 Volkswagen Golf Petrol 1598cc has had 16 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 4 (75% pass rate). It has 160,517 miles on the clock, averaging 9,247 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 FM52 XWB
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 160,517 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 8,519 |
| Average per year | 9,247 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 16 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | FM52 XWB |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | FM — Nottingham, Forest and Fens |
| Age identifier | 52 — September 2002 to February 2003 |
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About FM52 XWB
What car is FM52 XWB?
FM52 XWB is an silver Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Nottingham in 2003.
What is the mileage of FM52 XWB?
The last recorded mileage for FM52 XWB was 160,517 miles, recorded on 7 Jun 2018 during its most recent MOT test.
Has FM52 XWB passed its MOT?
FM52 XWB has had 16 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (12 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 7 Jun 2018.
Is FM52 XWB ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, FM52 XWB 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 FM52 XWB?
FM52 XWB is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.