Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2003 Volkswagen Golf Petrol 1595cc has had 20 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 7 (65% pass rate). It has 97,445 miles on the clock, averaging 6,784 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 SL53 TWD
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 97,445 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 5,295 |
| Average per year | 6,784 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 20 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | SL53 TWD |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1595cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SL — Edinburgh, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About SL53 TWD
What car is SL53 TWD?
SL53 TWD is an black Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1595cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2003.
What is the mileage of SL53 TWD?
The last recorded mileage for SL53 TWD was 97,445 miles, recorded on 16 Jul 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SL53 TWD passed its MOT?
SL53 TWD has had 20 MOT tests with a 65% pass rate (13 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 16 Jul 2019.
Is SL53 TWD ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SL53 TWD 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 SL53 TWD?
SL53 TWD is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.