Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2003 Volkswagen Golf Petrol 1598cc has had 17 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 5 (71% pass rate). It has 171,396 miles on the clock, averaging 10,506 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 PK53 USL
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 171,396 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 10,506 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 17 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | PK53 USL |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | PK — Preston, Preston |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About PK53 USL
What car is PK53 USL?
PK53 USL is a black Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Preston in 2003.
What is the mileage of PK53 USL?
The last recorded mileage for PK53 USL was 171,396 miles, recorded on 2 Jul 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has PK53 USL passed its MOT?
PK53 USL has had 17 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (12 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 2 Jul 2019.
Is PK53 USL ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, PK53 USL 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 PK53 USL?
PK53 USL is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.