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 18 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 4 (78% pass rate). It has 160,272 miles on the clock, averaging 8,052 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400.
MOT & Mileage History for SB53 APK
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 160,272 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 8,052 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | SB53 APK |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Bora |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SB — Glasgow, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About SB53 APK
What car is SB53 APK?
SB53 APK is an silver Volkswagen Bora, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Glasgow in 2003.
What is the mileage of SB53 APK?
The last recorded mileage for SB53 APK was 160,272 miles, recorded on 14 Jul 2023 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SB53 APK passed its MOT?
SB53 APK has had 18 MOT tests with a 78% pass rate (14 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 14 Jul 2023.
Is SB53 APK ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SB53 APK 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 SB53 APK?
SB53 APK is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.