Vehicle summary
ULEZ status is estimated based on fuel type and registration year. It may not reflect the actual emission standard of this vehicle. Check with TfL for a definitive answer.
At a glance
This 2003 Volkswagen Golf Diesel 1896cc has had 12 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 3 (75% pass rate). It has 148,491 miles on the clock, averaging 11,128 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. The 1.9 TDI engine is known for turbocharger vnt actuator.
MOT & Mileage History for AE53 SBO
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 148,491 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 11,128 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 12 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Volkswagen Golf
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | AE53 SBO |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | AE — Peterborough, Anglia |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About AE53 SBO
What car is AE53 SBO?
AE53 SBO is an silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Peterborough in 2003.
What is the mileage of AE53 SBO?
The last recorded mileage for AE53 SBO was 148,491 miles, recorded on 2 Jul 2015 during its most recent MOT test.
Has AE53 SBO passed its MOT?
AE53 SBO has had 12 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (9 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 2 Jul 2015.
Is AE53 SBO ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, AE53 SBO is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2003, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is AE53 SBO?
AE53 SBO is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.