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 16 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 4 (75% pass rate). It has 161,425 miles on the clock, averaging 11,096 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 SO53 CHH
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 161,425 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 944 |
| Average per year | 11,096 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 16 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 | SO53 CHH |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SO — Edinburgh, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About SO53 CHH
What car is SO53 CHH?
SO53 CHH is an silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2003.
What is the mileage of SO53 CHH?
The last recorded mileage for SO53 CHH was 161,425 miles, recorded on 31 Aug 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SO53 CHH passed its MOT?
SO53 CHH has had 16 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (12 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 31 Aug 2017.
Is SO53 CHH ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SO53 CHH 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 SO53 CHH?
SO53 CHH is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.