Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2003 Volkswagen Golf Petrol 1598cc has had 17 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 8 (53% pass rate). It has 141,038 miles on the clock, averaging 9,841 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 PX53 VHV
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 141,038 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 8,080 |
| Average per year | 9,841 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 17 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | PX53 VHV |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | PX — Carlisle, Preston |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About PX53 VHV
What car is PX53 VHV?
PX53 VHV is a blue Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Carlisle in 2003.
What is the mileage of PX53 VHV?
The last recorded mileage for PX53 VHV was 141,038 miles, recorded on 8 Mar 2016 during its most recent MOT test.
Has PX53 VHV passed its MOT?
PX53 VHV has had 17 MOT tests with a 53% pass rate (9 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 8 Mar 2016.
Is PX53 VHV ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, PX53 VHV 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 PX53 VHV?
PX53 VHV is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.