Vehicle summary
ULEZ status is estimated based on fuel type and registration year. It may not reflect the actual emission standard of this vehicle. Check with TfL for a definitive answer.
At a glance
This 2003 Volkswagen Golf Petrol 1598cc has had 23 MOT tests on record, passing 21 and failing 2 (91% pass rate). It has 80,278 miles on the clock, averaging 3,238 miles per year, well 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 WDA
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 80,278 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 6,864 |
| Average per year | 3,238 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 23 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | GF53 WDA |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| 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 WDA
What car is GF53 WDA?
GF53 WDA is a red Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Maidstone in 2003.
What is the mileage of GF53 WDA?
The last recorded mileage for GF53 WDA was 80,278 miles, recorded on 3 Jun 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GF53 WDA passed its MOT?
GF53 WDA has had 23 MOT tests with an 91% pass rate (21 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 3 Jun 2026.
Is GF53 WDA ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GF53 WDA 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 WDA?
GF53 WDA is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.