Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2003 Volkswagen Golf Petrol 1598cc has had 16 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 4 (75% pass rate). It has 118,267 miles on the clock, averaging 7,625 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 NJ53 VYW
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 118,267 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 7,625 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 16 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | NJ53 VYW |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | NJ — Newcastle, North |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About NJ53 VYW
What car is NJ53 VYW?
NJ53 VYW is an black Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Newcastle in 2003.
What is the mileage of NJ53 VYW?
The last recorded mileage for NJ53 VYW was 118,267 miles, recorded on 13 Sep 2016 during its most recent MOT test.
Has NJ53 VYW passed its MOT?
NJ53 VYW has had 16 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (12 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 13 Sep 2016.
Is NJ53 VYW ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, NJ53 VYW 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 NJ53 VYW?
NJ53 VYW is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.