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 2003 Volkswagen Golf Diesel 1896cc has had 20 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 8 (60% pass rate). It has 97,933 miles on the clock, averaging 3,554 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.9 TDI engine is known for turbocharger vnt actuator.
MOT & Mileage History for SF53 UDH
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 97,933 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 3,554 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 20 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 | SF53 UDH |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SF — Glasgow, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About SF53 UDH
What car is SF53 UDH?
SF53 UDH is an silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Glasgow in 2003.
What is the mileage of SF53 UDH?
The last recorded mileage for SF53 UDH was 97,933 miles, recorded on 16 Dec 2020 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SF53 UDH passed its MOT?
SF53 UDH has had 20 MOT tests with a 60% pass rate (12 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 16 Dec 2020.
Is SF53 UDH ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SF53 UDH is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2003, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is SF53 UDH?
SF53 UDH is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.