Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2004 Volkswagen Golf Petrol 1598cc has had 29 MOT tests on record, passing 17 and failing 12 (59% pass rate). It has 139,921 miles on the clock, averaging 6,752 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 HD53 OJL
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 139,921 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 4,972 |
| Average per year | 6,752 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 29 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | HD53 OJL |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | HD — Bournemouth, Hampshire and Dorset |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About HD53 OJL
What car is HD53 OJL?
HD53 OJL is an silver Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Bournemouth in 2004.
What is the mileage of HD53 OJL?
The last recorded mileage for HD53 OJL was 139,921 miles, recorded on 12 Oct 2024 during its most recent MOT test.
Has HD53 OJL passed its MOT?
HD53 OJL has had 29 MOT tests with a 59% pass rate (17 passes, 12 failures). It last passed on 12 Oct 2024.
Is HD53 OJL ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, HD53 OJL is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a petrol vehicle registered in 2004, it typically does not meet the Euro 4 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is HD53 OJL?
HD53 OJL is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.