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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 183,676 miles on the clock, averaging 11,624 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 RJ53 JCX
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 183,676 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 11,624 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 17 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | RJ53 JCX |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | RJ — Reading, Reading |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About RJ53 JCX
What car is RJ53 JCX?
RJ53 JCX is an silver Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Reading in 2003.
What is the mileage of RJ53 JCX?
The last recorded mileage for RJ53 JCX was 183,676 miles, recorded on 29 Mar 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RJ53 JCX passed its MOT?
RJ53 JCX has had 17 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (12 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 29 Mar 2019.
Is RJ53 JCX ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RJ53 JCX 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 RJ53 JCX?
RJ53 JCX is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.