Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2003 Volkswagen Golf Petrol 1598cc has had 17 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 4 (76% pass rate). It has 148,961 miles on the clock, averaging 5,644 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 VO53 HBC
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 148,961 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 5 |
| Average per year | 5,644 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 17 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | VO53 HBC |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | VO — Worcester, Severn Valley |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About VO53 HBC
What car is VO53 HBC?
VO53 HBC is a black Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Worcester in 2003.
What is the mileage of VO53 HBC?
The last recorded mileage for VO53 HBC was 148,961 miles, recorded on 21 Jul 2018 during its most recent MOT test.
Has VO53 HBC passed its MOT?
VO53 HBC has had 17 MOT tests with a 76% pass rate (13 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 21 Jul 2018.
Is VO53 HBC ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, VO53 HBC 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 VO53 HBC?
VO53 HBC is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.