Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2003 Volkswagen Golf Petrol 1595cc has had 18 MOT tests on record, passing 17 and failing once (94% pass rate). It has 174,462 miles on the clock, averaging 9,480 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 VA53 GCK
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 174,462 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 6,900 |
| Average per year | 9,480 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 18 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | VA53 GCK |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1595cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | VA — Worcester, Severn Valley |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About VA53 GCK
What car is VA53 GCK?
VA53 GCK is a black Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1595cc). First registered in Worcester in 2003.
What is the mileage of VA53 GCK?
The last recorded mileage for VA53 GCK was 174,462 miles, recorded on 23 Jan 2023 during its most recent MOT test.
Has VA53 GCK passed its MOT?
VA53 GCK has had 18 MOT tests with an 94% pass rate (17 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 23 Jan 2023.
Is VA53 GCK ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, VA53 GCK 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 VA53 GCK?
VA53 GCK is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.