Vehicle summary
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 1595cc has had 17 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 2 (88% pass rate). It has 71,249 miles on the clock, averaging 3,496 miles per year, well 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 WF53 WVA
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 71,249 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 271 |
| Average per year | 3,496 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 17 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | WF53 WVA |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1595cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | WF — Exeter, West of England |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About WF53 WVA
What car is WF53 WVA?
WF53 WVA is a black Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1595cc). First registered in Exeter in 2003.
What is the mileage of WF53 WVA?
The last recorded mileage for WF53 WVA was 71,249 miles, recorded on 30 Oct 2020 during its most recent MOT test.
Has WF53 WVA passed its MOT?
WF53 WVA has had 17 MOT tests with an 88% pass rate (15 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 30 Oct 2020.
Is WF53 WVA ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, WF53 WVA 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 WF53 WVA?
WF53 WVA is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.