2003 Volkswagen Golf 1.4L Petrol · SF53 CXV
2003 Volkswagen Golf (1.4L, petrol). First registered 15 Nov 2003. Recorded mileage 131,102 miles. MOT expired on 23 Feb 2024.
- Make & Model
- VOLKSWAGEN GOLF
- Year / Origin
- 2003 · Glasgow
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 23 Feb 2024
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 131,102 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.4L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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SF53 CXV Key Findings
- 3 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 24/02/2023
- 131,102 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (2 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
SF53 CXV MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
3 MOT tests are recorded for this 2003 Volkswagen Golf (SF53 CXV) between February 2022 and February 2023.
The record contains 2 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 24 February 2023 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (2 issues), Steering (2 issues), Lighting (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 2 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.
SF53 CXV Mileage History
- 01/02/2022119,182 mi
- 01/02/2022119,182 mi
- 24/02/2023131,102 mi+11,920 mi
Average of roughly 11,217 miles per year across 3 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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