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 3200cc has had 12 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 4 (67% pass rate). It has 79,020 miles on the clock, averaging 9,405 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. The 3.2 VR6 engine is known for serpentine belt tensioner.
MOT & Mileage History for SW53 BGO
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 79,020 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 9,373 |
| Average per year | 9,405 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 12 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | SW53 BGO |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 3200cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SW — Aberdeen, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About SW53 BGO
What car is SW53 BGO?
SW53 BGO is an silver Volkswagen Golf, petrol (3200cc). First registered in Aberdeen in 2003.
What is the mileage of SW53 BGO?
The last recorded mileage for SW53 BGO was 79,020 miles, recorded on 9 Jul 2013 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SW53 BGO passed its MOT?
SW53 BGO has had 12 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (8 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 9 Jul 2013.
Is SW53 BGO ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SW53 BGO 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 SW53 BGO?
SW53 BGO is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.