2003 Volkswagen Golf 1.9L Diesel · NG53 FPZ
2003 Volkswagen Golf (1.9L, diesel). First registered 12 Nov 2003. Recorded mileage 144,695 miles. MOT expired on 27 Aug 2025.
- Make & Model
- VOLKSWAGEN GOLF
- Year / Origin
- 2003 · Newcastle
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 27 Aug 2025
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 144,695 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 1.9L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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NG53 FPZ Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 27/08/2024
- 144,695 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 3 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (6 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
NG53 FPZ MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2003 Volkswagen Golf (NG53 FPZ) between March 2022 and August 2024.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 27 August 2024 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (6 issues), Tyres (3 issues), Suspension (2 issues), Windscreen (1 issue), Lighting (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 10 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: “Nearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))”; “Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))”; “Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both sides front (5.2.3 (e))”.
NG53 FPZ Mileage History
- 08/03/2022121,658 mi
- 24/08/2023128,188 mi+6,530 mi
- 29/08/2023128,189 mi+1 mi
- 19/08/2024144,471 mi+16,282 mi
- 27/08/2024144,695 mi+224 mi
Average of roughly 9,317 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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