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 Bora Diesel 1896cc has had 17 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 5 (71% pass rate). It has 174,349 miles on the clock, averaging 13,102 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400.
MOT & Mileage History for SA53 VBO
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 174,349 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 8,279 |
| Average per year | 13,102 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 17 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | SA53 VBO |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Bora |
| Colour | Black |
| 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 VBO
What car is SA53 VBO?
SA53 VBO is an black Volkswagen Bora, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Glasgow in 2003.
What is the mileage of SA53 VBO?
The last recorded mileage for SA53 VBO was 174,349 miles, recorded on 9 Jun 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SA53 VBO passed its MOT?
SA53 VBO has had 17 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (12 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 9 Jun 2017.
Is SA53 VBO ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SA53 VBO 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 VBO?
SA53 VBO is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.