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At a glance
This 2003 Volkswagen Golf Petrol 1598cc has had 17 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 4 (76% pass rate). It has 133,844 miles on the clock, averaging 8,821 miles per year, around 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 FM53 KSN
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 133,844 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 20,000 |
| Average per year | 8,821 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 17 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | FM53 KSN |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | FM — Nottingham, Forest and Fens |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About FM53 KSN
What car is FM53 KSN?
FM53 KSN is an silver Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Nottingham in 2003.
What is the mileage of FM53 KSN?
The last recorded mileage for FM53 KSN was 133,844 miles, recorded on 17 Jun 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has FM53 KSN passed its MOT?
FM53 KSN has had 17 MOT tests with a 76% pass rate (13 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 17 Jun 2019.
Is FM53 KSN ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, FM53 KSN 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 FM53 KSN?
FM53 KSN is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.