No, AO53 ABF is currently registered under SORN (Statutory Off Road Notification) with the DVLA.

When is the MOT due for AO53 ABF?

The MOT for AO53 ABF is valid and due for renewal on or before 24 February 2026.

What is the recorded mileage of AO53 ABF?

The recorded mileage for AO53 ABF is 152,796 miles, recorded at its most recent DVSA MOT test.

Is AO53 ABF ULEZ compliant?

No, AO53 ABF does not meet standard ULEZ emissions requirements and would incur a daily charge when driven within the London Ultra Low Emission Zone.

Official DVLA Record

2003 Volkswagen Golf 1.9L Diesel · AO53 ABF

AO53 ABF

2003 Volkswagen Golf (1.9L, diesel). First registered 01/09/2003. Recorded mileage 152,796 miles. MOT status: Expired. Currently declared SORN.

Make & Model: VOLKSWAGEN GOLF
Year / Origin: 2003 · Norwich
MOT Status: Valid until 24/02/2026
Road Tax: SORN
Recorded Mileage: 152,796 mi
ULEZ Compliance: Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
Fuel & Engine: Diesel · 1.9L
Reliability Guide: Common Faults

MOT Status

Expired

Valid until 24/02/2026

Tax Status

SORN

Statutory Off Road (SORN)

Mileage: 152,796 mi
Fuel Type: Diesel
Year: 2003
Engine: 1896cc

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AO53 ABF Key Findings

5 MOT tests recorded
Latest MOT failed on 12/08/2026
152,796 miles recorded at latest MOT
2 historical MOT failures
15 defects noted at the latest MOT
Recurring suspension items (12 mentions)

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis

/ 100 · Below Average

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MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average

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✗ MOT Expired or Failed

! Tax Status Unknown

! Average MOT pass rate (60%)

! Older vehicle

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AO53 ABF Mileage History

16/02/2023148,625 mi
21/02/2024151,022 mi+2,397 mi
21/02/2024151,024 mi+2 mi
28/01/2025152,563 mi+1,539 mi
12/08/2026152,796 mi+233 mi

Average of roughly 1,197 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

AO53 ABF MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 15 Sept 2026, 05:28

MOT Analysis

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5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2003 Volkswagen Golf (AO53 ABF) between February 2023 and August 2026.

The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.

The most recent test on 12 August 2026 was a fail; the vehicle has not passed its last recorded MOT.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (12 issues), Brakes (9 issues), Bodywork (6 issues), Lighting (4 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 31 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.

Recorded failure items include: “Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural streng”; “Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural stren”; “Offside Front Lower Body panel corroded and likely to cause injury wing section corroded (jagged edge) (6.2.1 (a) (i))”.

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