Free MOT Check →Full MOT history & mileage Service History £6.99 →Full refund if no data found Full Car Check £7.49 →Crashed, financed & ownership data by Experian
VE53 HHC

2003 Volkswagen Golf · Petrol · 1598cc

Silver Registered in Worcester, Severn Valley · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2003
FuelPetrol
Engine1598cc
ColourSilver
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantPetrol pre-2006
Est. Annual Tax£165–£265

ULEZ status is estimated based on fuel type and registration year. It may not reflect the actual emission standard of this vehicle. Check with TfL for a definitive answer.

At a glance

This 2003 Volkswagen Golf Petrol 1598cc has had 10 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 2 (80% pass rate). It has 111,282 miles on the clock, averaging 10,370 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 VE53 HHC

MOT Status
Due date passed
111,282
Last Mileage
Recorded
10
Total Tests
Since 2006
80%
Pass Rate
8 passed, 2 failed

Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.

2

MOT failures recorded

Out of 10 tests on record
10,370

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading111,282 miles
Reading date
Average per year10,370
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for VE53 HHC 32k52k72k91k111k '06'14'11

Check VE53 HHC

Full MOT Test History 10 tests on record

PASS
Mileage111,282 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage111,282 miles
Since last MOT+7,552 miles
PASS
Mileage103,730 miles
Since last MOT+10,329 miles
PASS
Mileage93,401 miles
Since last MOT+9,875 miles
PASS
Mileage83,526 miles
Since last MOT+6,775 miles
PASS
Mileage76,751 miles
Since last MOT+12,498 miles
PASS
Mileage64,253 miles
Since last MOT+11,109 miles
FAIL
Mileage53,144 miles
Since last MOT+11,215 miles
PASS
Mileage41,929 miles
Since last MOT+10,062 miles
PASS
Mileage31,867 miles

Similar cars to consider

Buyers comparing the Volkswagen Golf often also look at these models. Check their MOT history and reliability before deciding:

🔧 Reported issues for this Volkswagen Golf

These are the most commonly reported problems on Volkswagen Golf models (1997–2004), based on owner reports and workshop data across the UK.

Check DVSA recall data directly

Search specialist VAG forums

Read our Volkswagen Golf Buyer's Guide →

Common faults, what to check, and what to pay

Explore more about the Volkswagen Golf

Thinking about buying this car? These resources will help you make an informed decision.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationVE53 HHC
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1598cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeVE — Worcester, Severn Valley
Age identifier53 — September 2003 to February 2004

More VE53 H plates

Browse all VE53 H registrations from Worcester.

About VE53 HHC

What car is VE53 HHC?

VE53 HHC is a silver Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Worcester in 2003.

What is the mileage of VE53 HHC?

The last recorded mileage for VE53 HHC was 111,282 miles, recorded on 16 Jul 2014 during its most recent MOT test.

Has VE53 HHC passed its MOT?

VE53 HHC has had 10 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (8 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 16 Jul 2014.

Is VE53 HHC ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, VE53 HHC 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 VE53 HHC?

VE53 HHC is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.