Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2003 Volkswagen Golf Petrol 1598cc has had 13 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 2 (85% pass rate). It has 62,082 miles on the clock, averaging 4,822 miles per year, well 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 MJ53 PDX
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 62,082 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 8,907 |
| Average per year | 4,822 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 13 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | MJ53 PDX |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| 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 PDX
What car is MJ53 PDX?
MJ53 PDX is an silver Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Manchester in 2003.
What is the mileage of MJ53 PDX?
The last recorded mileage for MJ53 PDX was 62,082 miles, recorded on 27 Jul 2016 during its most recent MOT test.
Has MJ53 PDX passed its MOT?
MJ53 PDX has had 13 MOT tests with an 85% pass rate (11 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 27 Jul 2016.
Is MJ53 PDX ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, MJ53 PDX 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 PDX?
MJ53 PDX is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.