Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2003 Volkswagen Golf Petrol 1595cc has had 15 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 3 (80% pass rate). It has 95,187 miles on the clock, averaging 5,588 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 GL53 VBY
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 95,187 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 7,277 |
| Average per year | 5,588 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 15 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | GL53 VBY |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1595cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | GL — Maidstone, Garden of England |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About GL53 VBY
What car is GL53 VBY?
GL53 VBY is a black Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1595cc). First registered in Maidstone in 2003.
What is the mileage of GL53 VBY?
The last recorded mileage for GL53 VBY was 95,187 miles, recorded on 13 Jun 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GL53 VBY passed its MOT?
GL53 VBY has had 15 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (12 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 13 Jun 2017.
Is GL53 VBY ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GL53 VBY 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 GL53 VBY?
GL53 VBY is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.