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 Petrol 2792cc has had 19 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 4 (79% pass rate). It has 84,928 miles on the clock, averaging 4,516 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400. The 2.8 VR6 engine is known for aqp/aue and component.
MOT & Mileage History for SE53 GDY
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 84,928 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 2,504 |
| Average per year | 4,516 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 19 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Volkswagen Golf
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | SE53 GDY |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 2792cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SE — Glasgow, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About SE53 GDY
What car is SE53 GDY?
SE53 GDY is an black Volkswagen Golf, petrol (2792cc). First registered in Glasgow in 2004.
What is the mileage of SE53 GDY?
The last recorded mileage for SE53 GDY was 84,928 miles, recorded on 30 Nov 2023 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SE53 GDY passed its MOT?
SE53 GDY has had 19 MOT tests with a 79% pass rate (15 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 30 Nov 2023.
Is SE53 GDY ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SE53 GDY is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a petrol vehicle registered in 2004, it typically does not meet the Euro 4 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is SE53 GDY?
SE53 GDY is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.