Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2003 Volkswagen Golf Petrol 1598cc has had 24 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 10 (58% pass rate). It has 174,589 miles on the clock, averaging 10,573 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 GP52 DFV
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 174,589 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 4 |
| Average per year | 10,573 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 24 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | GP52 DFV |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | GP — Brighton, Garden of England |
| Age identifier | 52 — September 2002 to February 2003 |
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About GP52 DFV
What car is GP52 DFV?
GP52 DFV is a silver Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Brighton in 2003.
What is the mileage of GP52 DFV?
The last recorded mileage for GP52 DFV was 174,589 miles, recorded on 19 Mar 2021 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GP52 DFV passed its MOT?
GP52 DFV has had 24 MOT tests with a 58% pass rate (14 passes, 10 failures). It last passed on 19 Mar 2021.
Is GP52 DFV ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GP52 DFV 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 GP52 DFV?
GP52 DFV is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.