Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2003 Volkswagen Golf Petrol 1598cc has had 11 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing once (91% pass rate). It has 88,256 miles on the clock, averaging 5,016 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 HV53 GDF
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 88,256 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 12,227 |
| Average per year | 5,016 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 11 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | HV53 GDF |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | HV — Portsmouth, Hampshire and Dorset |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About HV53 GDF
What car is HV53 GDF?
HV53 GDF is an black Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Portsmouth in 2003.
What is the mileage of HV53 GDF?
The last recorded mileage for HV53 GDF was 88,256 miles, recorded on 4 Dec 2015 during its most recent MOT test.
Has HV53 GDF passed its MOT?
HV53 GDF has had 11 MOT tests with an 91% pass rate (10 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 4 Dec 2015.
Is HV53 GDF ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, HV53 GDF 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 HV53 GDF?
HV53 GDF is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.