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 8 MOT tests on record, passing 7 and failing once (88% pass rate). It has 143,891 miles on the clock, averaging 20,315 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 SX53 HBJ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 143,891 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 28,272 |
| Average per year | 20,315 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 8 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 | SX53 HBJ |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SX — Inverness, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About SX53 HBJ
What car is SX53 HBJ?
SX53 HBJ is an blue Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Inverness in 2004.
What is the mileage of SX53 HBJ?
The last recorded mileage for SX53 HBJ was 143,891 miles, recorded on 21 Feb 2013 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SX53 HBJ passed its MOT?
SX53 HBJ has had 8 MOT tests with an 88% pass rate (7 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 21 Feb 2013.
Is SX53 HBJ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SX53 HBJ 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 SX53 HBJ?
SX53 HBJ is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.