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 1595cc has had 27 MOT tests on record, passing 18 and failing 9 (67% pass rate). It has 78,105 miles on the clock, averaging 2,907 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.6 engine is known for check dvsa recall data directly and search specialist vag forums.
MOT & Mileage History for SD53 UXB
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 78,105 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 2,907 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 27 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | SD53 UXB |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1595cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SD — Glasgow, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About SD53 UXB
What car is SD53 UXB?
SD53 UXB is an silver Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1595cc). First registered in Glasgow in 2003.
What is the mileage of SD53 UXB?
The last recorded mileage for SD53 UXB was 78,105 miles, recorded on 20 Mar 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SD53 UXB passed its MOT?
SD53 UXB has had 27 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (18 passes, 9 failures). It last passed on 20 Mar 2026.
Is SD53 UXB ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SD53 UXB 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 SD53 UXB?
SD53 UXB is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.