Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2003 Volkswagen Golf Petrol 1598cc has had 17 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 7 (59% pass rate). It has 96,400 miles on the clock, averaging 7,811 miles per year, around 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 LM53 BVJ
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 96,400 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 39 |
| Average per year | 7,811 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 17 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | LM53 BVJ |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | LM — Stanmore, London |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About LM53 BVJ
What car is LM53 BVJ?
LM53 BVJ is an black Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Stanmore in 2003.
What is the mileage of LM53 BVJ?
The last recorded mileage for LM53 BVJ was 96,400 miles, recorded on 21 May 2016 during its most recent MOT test.
Has LM53 BVJ passed its MOT?
LM53 BVJ has had 17 MOT tests with a 59% pass rate (10 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 21 May 2016.
Is LM53 BVJ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, LM53 BVJ 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 LM53 BVJ?
LM53 BVJ is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.