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At a glance
This 2003 Volkswagen Golf Petrol 1595cc has had 20 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 7 (65% pass rate). It has 144,857 miles on the clock, averaging 7,788 miles per year, around 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 WG53 REU
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 144,857 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 11,780 |
| Average per year | 7,788 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 20 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | WG53 REU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1595cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | WG — Exeter, West of England |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About WG53 REU
What car is WG53 REU?
WG53 REU is a black Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1595cc). First registered in Exeter in 2003.
What is the mileage of WG53 REU?
The last recorded mileage for WG53 REU was 144,857 miles, recorded on 25 Nov 2021 during its most recent MOT test.
Has WG53 REU passed its MOT?
WG53 REU has had 20 MOT tests with a 65% pass rate (13 passes, 7 failures). It last was tested on 25 Nov 2021.
Is WG53 REU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, WG53 REU 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 WG53 REU?
WG53 REU is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.