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 13 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 2 (85% pass rate). It has 156,742 miles on the clock, averaging 11,187 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 SH53 CEX
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 156,742 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 4,103 |
| Average per year | 11,187 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 13 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 | SH53 CEX |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Beige |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SH — Glasgow, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About SH53 CEX
What car is SH53 CEX?
SH53 CEX is an beige Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Glasgow in 2003.
What is the mileage of SH53 CEX?
The last recorded mileage for SH53 CEX was 156,742 miles, recorded on 11 May 2018 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SH53 CEX passed its MOT?
SH53 CEX has had 13 MOT tests with an 85% pass rate (11 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 11 May 2018.
Is SH53 CEX ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SH53 CEX 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 SH53 CEX?
SH53 CEX is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.