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 2017 Volkswagen Golf Petrol 1395cc has had 7 MOT tests on record, passing 6 and failing once (86% pass rate). It has 68,343 miles on the clock, averaging 6,826 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.4 TSI engine is known for cxsa and wastegate actuator rod.
MOT & Mileage History for SM53 ADM
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 68,343 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 4,890 |
| Average per year | 6,826 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 7 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Volkswagen Golf
These are the most commonly reported problems on Volkswagen Golf models (2012–2020), based on owner reports and workshop data across the UK.
CXSA
Wastegate actuator rod (electric actuator on turbocharger)
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | SM53 ADM |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1395cc |
| Year | 2017 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SM — Edinburgh, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About SM53 ADM
What car is SM53 ADM?
SM53 ADM is an grey Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1395cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2017.
What is the mileage of SM53 ADM?
The last recorded mileage for SM53 ADM was 68,343 miles, recorded on 29 Sep 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SM53 ADM passed its MOT?
SM53 ADM has had 7 MOT tests with an 86% pass rate (6 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 29 Sep 2025.
Is SM53 ADM ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SM53 ADM is likely ULEZ compliant. Petrol post-2005 (Euro 4). This is an estimate based on typical emission standards — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker for a definitive answer.
How old is SM53 ADM?
SM53 ADM is approximately 9 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.