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 8 MOT tests on record, passing every one. It has 104,128 miles on the clock, averaging 8,320 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 SL53 CFU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Average miles/year
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 104,128 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 10,450 |
| Average per year | 8,320 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 8 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 | SL53 CFU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SL — Edinburgh, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About SL53 CFU
What car is SL53 CFU?
SL53 CFU is an black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2003.
What is the mileage of SL53 CFU?
The last recorded mileage for SL53 CFU was 104,128 miles, recorded on 8 Jul 2014 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SL53 CFU passed its MOT?
SL53 CFU has had 8 MOT tests with an 100% pass rate (8 passes, 0 failures). It last passed on 8 Jul 2014.
Is SL53 CFU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SL53 CFU 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 SL53 CFU?
SL53 CFU is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.