Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2003 Volkswagen Golf Petrol 1598cc has had 17 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 3 (82% pass rate). It has 188,906 miles on the clock, averaging 7,368 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 GK03 XWL
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 188,906 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 18,090 |
| Average per year | 7,368 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 17 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | GK03 XWL |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | GK — Maidstone, Garden of England |
| Age identifier | 03 — March 2003 to August 2003 |
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About GK03 XWL
What car is GK03 XWL?
GK03 XWL is a silver Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Maidstone in 2003.
What is the mileage of GK03 XWL?
The last recorded mileage for GK03 XWL was 188,906 miles, recorded on 9 Mar 2020 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GK03 XWL passed its MOT?
GK03 XWL has had 17 MOT tests with an 82% pass rate (14 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 9 Mar 2020.
Is GK03 XWL ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GK03 XWL 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 GK03 XWL?
GK03 XWL is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.