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 2004 Volkswagen Golf Diesel 1896cc has had 18 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 5 (72% pass rate). It has 154,004 miles on the clock, averaging 8,444 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400. The 1.9 TDI engine is known for turbocharger vnt actuator.
MOT & Mileage History for LB53 SJU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 154,004 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 3,519 |
| Average per year | 8,444 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 18 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Volkswagen Golf
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Turbocharger VNT actuator (vacuum-operated, part-specific to PD turbos like K03/K04 variants)
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | LB53 SJU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | LB — Wimbledon, London |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About LB53 SJU
What car is LB53 SJU?
LB53 SJU is an blue Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Wimbledon in 2004.
What is the mileage of LB53 SJU?
The last recorded mileage for LB53 SJU was 154,004 miles, recorded on 12 Nov 2020 during its most recent MOT test.
Has LB53 SJU passed its MOT?
LB53 SJU has had 18 MOT tests with a 72% pass rate (13 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 12 Nov 2020.
Is LB53 SJU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, LB53 SJU is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2004, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is LB53 SJU?
LB53 SJU is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.