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 Petrol 3189cc has had 28 MOT tests on record, passing 20 and failing 8 (71% pass rate). It has 65,487 miles on the clock, averaging 2,946 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400. The 3.2 VR6 engine is known for serpentine belt tensioner.
MOT & Mileage History for SV53 HVJ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 65,487 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 2,707 |
| Average per year | 2,946 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 28 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | SV53 HVJ |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 3189cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SV — Aberdeen, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About SV53 HVJ
What car is SV53 HVJ?
SV53 HVJ is an black Volkswagen Golf, petrol (3189cc). First registered in Aberdeen in 2003.
What is the mileage of SV53 HVJ?
The last recorded mileage for SV53 HVJ was 65,487 miles, recorded on 14 Aug 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SV53 HVJ passed its MOT?
SV53 HVJ has had 28 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (20 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 14 Aug 2026.
Is SV53 HVJ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SV53 HVJ is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a petrol vehicle registered in 2003, it typically does not meet the Euro 4 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is SV53 HVJ?
SV53 HVJ is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.