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 Petrol 3200cc has had 28 MOT tests on record, passing 17 and failing 11 (61% pass rate). It has 85,552 miles on the clock, averaging 3,467 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400. The 3.2 VR6 engine is known for serpentine belt tensioner.
MOT & Mileage History for SB53 UMZ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 85,552 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 1,915 |
| Average per year | 3,467 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 28 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | SB53 UMZ |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 3200cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SB — Glasgow, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About SB53 UMZ
What car is SB53 UMZ?
SB53 UMZ is an silver Volkswagen Golf, petrol (3200cc). First registered in Glasgow in 2003.
What is the mileage of SB53 UMZ?
The last recorded mileage for SB53 UMZ was 85,552 miles, recorded on 30 Oct 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SB53 UMZ passed its MOT?
SB53 UMZ has had 28 MOT tests with a 61% pass rate (17 passes, 11 failures). It last passed on 30 Oct 2025.
Is SB53 UMZ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SB53 UMZ is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a petrol vehicle registered in 2003, it typically does not meet the Euro 4 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is SB53 UMZ?
SB53 UMZ is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.