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 15 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 5 (67% pass rate). It has 142,347 miles on the clock, averaging 9,108 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 SA53 GFV
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 142,347 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 12,698 |
| Average per year | 9,108 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 15 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Volkswagen Golf
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | SA53 GFV |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SA — Glasgow, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About SA53 GFV
What car is SA53 GFV?
SA53 GFV is an silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Glasgow in 2003.
What is the mileage of SA53 GFV?
The last recorded mileage for SA53 GFV was 142,347 miles, recorded on 10 Jul 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SA53 GFV passed its MOT?
SA53 GFV has had 15 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (10 passes, 5 failures). It last was tested on 10 Jul 2017.
Is SA53 GFV ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SA53 GFV 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 SA53 GFV?
SA53 GFV is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.