Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2003 Volkswagen Golf Petrol 1598cc has had 16 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 2 (88% pass rate). It has 152,125 miles on the clock, averaging 10,181 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 PE53 OVR
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 152,125 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 18,553 |
| Average per year | 10,181 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 16 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | PE53 OVR |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | PE — Preston, Preston |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About PE53 OVR
What car is PE53 OVR?
PE53 OVR is a black Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Preston in 2003.
What is the mileage of PE53 OVR?
The last recorded mileage for PE53 OVR was 152,125 miles, recorded on 9 Jul 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has PE53 OVR passed its MOT?
PE53 OVR has had 16 MOT tests with an 88% pass rate (14 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 9 Jul 2019.
Is PE53 OVR ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, PE53 OVR 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 PE53 OVR?
PE53 OVR is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.