Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2003 Volkswagen Golf Petrol 1598cc has had 12 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 2 (83% pass rate). It has 115,120 miles on the clock, averaging 7,784 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 LR53 DYO
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 115,120 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 7,784 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 12 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | LR53 DYO |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | LR — Stanmore, London |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About LR53 DYO
What car is LR53 DYO?
LR53 DYO is an black Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Stanmore in 2003.
What is the mileage of LR53 DYO?
The last recorded mileage for LR53 DYO was 115,120 miles, recorded on 11 Jul 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has LR53 DYO passed its MOT?
LR53 DYO has had 12 MOT tests with an 83% pass rate (10 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 11 Jul 2017.
Is LR53 DYO ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, LR53 DYO 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 LR53 DYO?
LR53 DYO is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.