Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2003 Volkswagen Golf Petrol 1598cc has had 15 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 3 (80% pass rate). It has 137,958 miles on the clock, averaging 8,872 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 PA03 FTP
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 137,958 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 9,615 |
| Average per year | 8,872 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 15 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | PA03 FTP |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | PA — Preston, Preston |
| Age identifier | 03 — March 2003 to August 2003 |
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About PA03 FTP
What car is PA03 FTP?
PA03 FTP is a black Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Preston in 2003.
What is the mileage of PA03 FTP?
The last recorded mileage for PA03 FTP was 137,958 miles, recorded on 17 Sep 2016 during its most recent MOT test.
Has PA03 FTP passed its MOT?
PA03 FTP has had 15 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (12 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 17 Sep 2016.
Is PA03 FTP ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, PA03 FTP 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 PA03 FTP?
PA03 FTP is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.