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 17 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 6 (65% pass rate). It has 122,225 miles on the clock, averaging 7,595 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400. The 1.9 TDI engine is known for turbocharger vnt actuator.
MOT & Mileage History for SE53 LHB
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 122,225 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 7,595 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 17 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 LHB |
| 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 LHB
What car is SE53 LHB?
SE53 LHB is an black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Glasgow in 2004.
What is the mileage of SE53 LHB?
The last recorded mileage for SE53 LHB was 122,225 miles, recorded on 5 Oct 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SE53 LHB passed its MOT?
SE53 LHB has had 17 MOT tests with a 65% pass rate (11 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 5 Oct 2017.
Is SE53 LHB ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SE53 LHB 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 LHB?
SE53 LHB is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.