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At a glance
This 2003 Volkswagen Golf Petrol 1598cc has had 13 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 3 (77% pass rate). It has 141,617 miles on the clock, averaging 12,010 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 YM53 TXG
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 141,617 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 12,010 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 13 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | YM53 TXG |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | YM — Sheffield, Yorkshire |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About YM53 TXG
What car is YM53 TXG?
YM53 TXG is a black Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Sheffield in 2003.
What is the mileage of YM53 TXG?
The last recorded mileage for YM53 TXG was 141,617 miles, recorded on 9 Dec 2016 during its most recent MOT test.
Has YM53 TXG passed its MOT?
YM53 TXG has had 13 MOT tests with a 77% pass rate (10 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 9 Dec 2016.
Is YM53 TXG ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, YM53 TXG 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 YM53 TXG?
YM53 TXG is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.