Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2004 Volkswagen Golf Petrol 1598cc has had 15 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 6 (60% pass rate). It has 153,051 miles on the clock, averaging 11,813 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 VAM
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 153,051 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 7,340 |
| Average per year | 11,813 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 15 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | VA53 VAM |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | VA — Worcester, Severn Valley |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About VA53 VAM
What car is VA53 VAM?
VA53 VAM is a black Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Worcester in 2004.
What is the mileage of VA53 VAM?
The last recorded mileage for VA53 VAM was 153,051 miles, recorded on 29 Jan 2016 during its most recent MOT test.
Has VA53 VAM passed its MOT?
VA53 VAM has had 15 MOT tests with a 60% pass rate (9 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 29 Jan 2016.
Is VA53 VAM ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, VA53 VAM is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a petrol vehicle registered in 2004, 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 VAM?
VA53 VAM is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.