Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2003 Volkswagen Golf Petrol 1598cc has had 25 MOT tests on record, passing 19 and failing 6 (76% pass rate). It has 218,402 miles on the clock, averaging 9,846 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 WV53 EAM
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 218,402 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 90 |
| Average per year | 9,846 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 25 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | WV53 EAM |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | WV — Bristol, West of England |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About WV53 EAM
What car is WV53 EAM?
WV53 EAM is a silver Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Bristol in 2003.
What is the mileage of WV53 EAM?
The last recorded mileage for WV53 EAM was 218,402 miles, recorded on 26 Sep 2024 during its most recent MOT test.
Has WV53 EAM passed its MOT?
WV53 EAM has had 25 MOT tests with a 76% pass rate (19 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 26 Sep 2024.
Is WV53 EAM ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, WV53 EAM 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 WV53 EAM?
WV53 EAM is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.