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 2004 Volkswagen Golf Diesel 1896cc has had 18 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 6 (67% pass rate). It has 157,902 miles on the clock, averaging 10,219 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. The 1.9 TDI engine is known for turbocharger vnt actuator.
MOT & Mileage History for SE53 GBZ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 157,902 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 8 |
| Average per year | 10,219 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 18 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 | SE53 GBZ |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SE — Glasgow, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About SE53 GBZ
What car is SE53 GBZ?
SE53 GBZ is an black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Glasgow in 2004.
What is the mileage of SE53 GBZ?
The last recorded mileage for SE53 GBZ was 157,902 miles, recorded on 7 Aug 2020 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SE53 GBZ passed its MOT?
SE53 GBZ has had 18 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (12 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 7 Aug 2020.
Is SE53 GBZ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SE53 GBZ is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2004, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is SE53 GBZ?
SE53 GBZ is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.