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 15 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 3 (80% pass rate). It has 238,739 miles on the clock, averaging 17,236 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 LHA
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 238,739 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 15 |
| Average per year | 17,236 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 15 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 LHA |
| 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 LHA
What car is SE53 LHA?
SE53 LHA is an black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Glasgow in 2004.
What is the mileage of SE53 LHA?
The last recorded mileage for SE53 LHA was 238,739 miles, recorded on 12 Sep 2018 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SE53 LHA passed its MOT?
SE53 LHA has had 15 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (12 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 12 Sep 2018.
Is SE53 LHA ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SE53 LHA 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 LHA?
SE53 LHA is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.