Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2004 Volkswagen Golf Petrol 1598cc has had 11 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing once (91% pass rate). It has 113,169 miles on the clock, averaging 10,669 miles per year, above 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 MD53 DSE
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 113,169 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 7,527 |
| Average per year | 10,669 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 11 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | MD53 DSE |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | MD — Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About MD53 DSE
What car is MD53 DSE?
MD53 DSE is an silver Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Manchester in 2004.
What is the mileage of MD53 DSE?
The last recorded mileage for MD53 DSE was 113,169 miles, recorded on 19 Mar 2015 during its most recent MOT test.
Has MD53 DSE passed its MOT?
MD53 DSE has had 11 MOT tests with an 91% pass rate (10 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 19 Mar 2015.
Is MD53 DSE ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, MD53 DSE is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a petrol vehicle registered in 2004, it typically does not meet the Euro 4 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is MD53 DSE?
MD53 DSE is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.