Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2004 Volkswagen Golf Petrol 1598cc has had 21 MOT tests on record, passing 17 and failing 4 (81% pass rate). It has 110,357 miles on the clock, averaging 5,604 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 WD53 EBA
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 110,357 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 12,634 |
| Average per year | 5,604 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 21 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | WD53 EBA |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | WD — Exeter, West of England |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About WD53 EBA
What car is WD53 EBA?
WD53 EBA is a black Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Exeter in 2004.
What is the mileage of WD53 EBA?
The last recorded mileage for WD53 EBA was 110,357 miles, recorded on 18 Jan 2024 during its most recent MOT test.
Has WD53 EBA passed its MOT?
WD53 EBA has had 21 MOT tests with an 81% pass rate (17 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 18 Jan 2024.
Is WD53 EBA ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, WD53 EBA 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 WD53 EBA?
WD53 EBA is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.