Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2003 Volkswagen Golf Petrol 1598cc has had 15 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 3 (80% pass rate). It has 91,347 miles on the clock, averaging 6,234 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 KTA
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 91,347 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 17,597 |
| Average per year | 6,234 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 15 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | HV53 KTA |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Red |
| 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 KTA
What car is HV53 KTA?
HV53 KTA is an red Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Portsmouth in 2003.
What is the mileage of HV53 KTA?
The last recorded mileage for HV53 KTA was 91,347 miles, recorded on 25 Sep 2018 during its most recent MOT test.
Has HV53 KTA passed its MOT?
HV53 KTA has had 15 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (12 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 25 Sep 2018.
Is HV53 KTA ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, HV53 KTA 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 KTA?
HV53 KTA is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.