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 2008 Volkswagen Golf Petrol 2000cc has had 17 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing once (94% pass rate). It has 158,673 miles on the clock, averaging 8,314 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400. The 2.0 FSI engine is known for high pressure fuel pump (hpfp) cam follower and cam lobe wear.
MOT & Mileage History for SE53 GES
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 158,673 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 11,182 |
| Average per year | 8,314 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 17 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Volkswagen Golf
These are the most commonly reported problems on Volkswagen Golf models (2003–2009), based on owner reports and workshop data across the UK.
High Pressure Fuel Pump (HPFP) cam follower (part typically 06F198151 or equivalent) and cam lobe wear
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | SE53 GES |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 2000cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SE — Glasgow, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About SE53 GES
What car is SE53 GES?
SE53 GES is an blue Volkswagen Golf, petrol (2000cc). First registered in Glasgow in 2008.
What is the mileage of SE53 GES?
The last recorded mileage for SE53 GES was 158,673 miles, recorded on 8 Nov 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SE53 GES passed its MOT?
SE53 GES has had 17 MOT tests with an 94% pass rate (16 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 8 Nov 2025.
Is SE53 GES ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SE53 GES is likely ULEZ compliant. Petrol post-2005 (Euro 4). This is an estimate based on typical emission standards — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker for a definitive answer.
How old is SE53 GES?
SE53 GES is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.