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At a glance
This 2003 Volkswagen Golf Petrol 1598cc has had 18 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 4 (78% pass rate). It has 159,547 miles on the clock, averaging 9,091 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 PY03 ECA
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 159,547 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 9,091 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 18 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | PY03 ECA |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Beige |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | PY — Carlisle, Preston |
| Age identifier | 03 — March 2003 to August 2003 |
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About PY03 ECA
What car is PY03 ECA?
PY03 ECA is a beige Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Carlisle in 2003.
What is the mileage of PY03 ECA?
The last recorded mileage for PY03 ECA was 159,547 miles, recorded on 19 Mar 2021 during its most recent MOT test.
Has PY03 ECA passed its MOT?
PY03 ECA has had 18 MOT tests with a 78% pass rate (14 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 19 Mar 2021.
Is PY03 ECA ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, PY03 ECA 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 PY03 ECA?
PY03 ECA is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.