Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2003 Volkswagen Golf Petrol 1595cc has had 18 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 2 (89% pass rate). It has 109,098 miles on the clock, averaging 5,370 miles per year, below 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 GF53 VLW
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 109,098 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 4,514 |
| Average per year | 5,370 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 18 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | GF53 VLW |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1595cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | GF — Maidstone, Garden of England |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About GF53 VLW
What car is GF53 VLW?
GF53 VLW is a silver Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1595cc). First registered in Maidstone in 2003.
What is the mileage of GF53 VLW?
The last recorded mileage for GF53 VLW was 109,098 miles, recorded on 6 May 2021 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GF53 VLW passed its MOT?
GF53 VLW has had 18 MOT tests with an 89% pass rate (16 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 6 May 2021.
Is GF53 VLW ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GF53 VLW 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 GF53 VLW?
GF53 VLW is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.