Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2003 Volkswagen Golf Petrol 1598cc has had 6 MOT tests on record, passing 5 and failing once (83% pass rate). It has 51,832 miles on the clock, averaging 5,390 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 GU53 YMH
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 51,832 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 2,193 |
| Average per year | 5,390 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 6 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | GU53 YMH |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | GU — Brighton, Garden of England |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About GU53 YMH
What car is GU53 YMH?
GU53 YMH is a black Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Brighton in 2003.
What is the mileage of GU53 YMH?
The last recorded mileage for GU53 YMH was 51,832 miles, recorded on 9 Nov 2010 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GU53 YMH passed its MOT?
GU53 YMH has had 6 MOT tests with an 83% pass rate (5 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 9 Nov 2010.
Is GU53 YMH ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GU53 YMH 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 GU53 YMH?
GU53 YMH is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.