Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2003 Volkswagen Golf Petrol 1598cc has had 17 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 4 (76% pass rate). It has 92,499 miles on the clock, averaging 6,398 miles per year, 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 PJ53 MKO
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 92,499 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 6,398 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 17 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | PJ53 MKO |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | PJ — Preston, Preston |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About PJ53 MKO
What car is PJ53 MKO?
PJ53 MKO is a silver Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Preston in 2003.
What is the mileage of PJ53 MKO?
The last recorded mileage for PJ53 MKO was 92,499 miles, recorded on 29 Jun 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has PJ53 MKO passed its MOT?
PJ53 MKO has had 17 MOT tests with a 76% pass rate (13 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 29 Jun 2019.
Is PJ53 MKO ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, PJ53 MKO 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 PJ53 MKO?
PJ53 MKO is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.