Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2003 Volkswagen Golf Petrol 1598cc has had 11 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 3 (73% pass rate). It has 169,051 miles on the clock, averaging 10,115 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 MJ53 MWG
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 169,051 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 9,553 |
| Average per year | 10,115 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 11 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | MJ53 MWG |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | MJ — Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About MJ53 MWG
What car is MJ53 MWG?
MJ53 MWG is an black Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Manchester in 2003.
What is the mileage of MJ53 MWG?
The last recorded mileage for MJ53 MWG was 169,051 miles, recorded on 17 Aug 2015 during its most recent MOT test.
Has MJ53 MWG passed its MOT?
MJ53 MWG has had 11 MOT tests with a 73% pass rate (8 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 17 Aug 2015.
Is MJ53 MWG ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, MJ53 MWG 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 MJ53 MWG?
MJ53 MWG is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.