Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2003 Volkswagen Golf Petrol 1595cc has had 13 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing once (92% pass rate). It has 116,274 miles on the clock, averaging 6,307 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 LC53 ECJ
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 116,274 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 34 |
| Average per year | 6,307 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 13 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | LC53 ECJ |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1595cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | LC — Wimbledon, London |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About LC53 ECJ
What car is LC53 ECJ?
LC53 ECJ is an silver Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1595cc). First registered in Wimbledon in 2003.
What is the mileage of LC53 ECJ?
The last recorded mileage for LC53 ECJ was 116,274 miles, recorded on 7 Feb 2018 during its most recent MOT test.
Has LC53 ECJ passed its MOT?
LC53 ECJ has had 13 MOT tests with an 92% pass rate (12 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 7 Feb 2018.
Is LC53 ECJ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, LC53 ECJ 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 LC53 ECJ?
LC53 ECJ is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.