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 20 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 4 (80% pass rate). It has 79,911 miles on the clock, averaging 2,766 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.9 TDI engine is known for turbocharger vnt actuator.
MOT & Mileage History for SA53 WZB
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 79,911 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 7 |
| Average per year | 2,766 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 20 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 | SA53 WZB |
| 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 WZB
What car is SA53 WZB?
SA53 WZB is an silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Glasgow in 2003.
What is the mileage of SA53 WZB?
The last recorded mileage for SA53 WZB was 79,911 miles, recorded on 26 Feb 2024 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SA53 WZB passed its MOT?
SA53 WZB has had 20 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (16 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 26 Feb 2024.
Is SA53 WZB ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SA53 WZB 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 WZB?
SA53 WZB is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.