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 2014 Volkswagen Golf Diesel 1968cc has had 9 MOT tests on record, passing every one. It has 107,229 miles on the clock, averaging 9,418 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. The 2.0 TDI engine is known for crbc and dpf (diesel particulate filter) clogging.
MOT & Mileage History for LA53 SON
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 107,229 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 6,954 |
| Average per year | 9,418 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 9 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Volkswagen Golf
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CRBC
DPF (Diesel Particulate Filter) clogging
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | LA53 SON |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1968cc |
| Year | 2014 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | LA — Wimbledon, London |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About LA53 SON
What car is LA53 SON?
LA53 SON is an blue Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Wimbledon in 2014.
What is the mileage of LA53 SON?
The last recorded mileage for LA53 SON was 107,229 miles, recorded on 31 May 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has LA53 SON passed its MOT?
LA53 SON has had 9 MOT tests with an 100% pass rate (9 passes, 0 failures). It last passed on 31 May 2025.
Is LA53 SON ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, LA53 SON is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2014, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is LA53 SON?
LA53 SON is approximately 12 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.