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 2004 Volkswagen Golf Diesel 1896cc has had 4 MOT tests on record, passing 3 and failing once (75% pass rate). It has 31,540 miles on the clock, averaging 5,298 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.9 TDI engine is known for turbocharger vnt actuator.
MOT & Mileage History for SO53 UUW
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 31,540 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 4,824 |
| Average per year | 5,298 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 4 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 UUW |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SO — Edinburgh, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About SO53 UUW
What car is SO53 UUW?
SO53 UUW is an black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2004.
What is the mileage of SO53 UUW?
The last recorded mileage for SO53 UUW was 31,540 miles, recorded on 13 Mar 2009 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SO53 UUW passed its MOT?
SO53 UUW has had 4 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (3 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 13 Mar 2009.
Is SO53 UUW ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SO53 UUW is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2004, 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 UUW?
SO53 UUW is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.