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At a glance
This 2004 Volkswagen Golf Petrol 1598cc has had 12 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 2 (83% pass rate). It has 129,455 miles on the clock, averaging 11,619 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 YR53 PFD
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 129,455 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 11,619 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 12 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | YR53 PFD |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | YR — Sheffield, Yorkshire |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About YR53 PFD
What car is YR53 PFD?
YR53 PFD is a silver Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Sheffield in 2004.
What is the mileage of YR53 PFD?
The last recorded mileage for YR53 PFD was 129,455 miles, recorded on 3 Jun 2016 during its most recent MOT test.
Has YR53 PFD passed its MOT?
YR53 PFD has had 12 MOT tests with an 83% pass rate (10 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 3 Jun 2016.
Is YR53 PFD ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, YR53 PFD 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 YR53 PFD?
YR53 PFD is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.