Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2003 Volkswagen Golf Petrol 1595cc has had 19 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 5 (74% pass rate). It has 161,152 miles on the clock, averaging 10,327 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 FM53 YBF
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 161,152 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 16 |
| Average per year | 10,327 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 19 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | FM53 YBF |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1595cc |
| 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 YBF
What car is FM53 YBF?
FM53 YBF is an silver Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1595cc). First registered in Nottingham in 2003.
What is the mileage of FM53 YBF?
The last recorded mileage for FM53 YBF was 161,152 miles, recorded on 29 Oct 2020 during its most recent MOT test.
Has FM53 YBF passed its MOT?
FM53 YBF has had 19 MOT tests with a 74% pass rate (14 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 29 Oct 2020.
Is FM53 YBF ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, FM53 YBF 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 YBF?
FM53 YBF is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.