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 2015 Volkswagen Golf Diesel 1968cc has had 9 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing once (89% pass rate). It has 126,793 miles on the clock, averaging 15,343 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. The 2.0 TDI engine is known for crbc and dpf (diesel particulate filter) clogging.
MOT & Mileage History for SX53 TAN
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 126,793 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 10,813 |
| Average per year | 15,343 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 9 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Volkswagen Golf
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DPF (Diesel Particulate Filter) clogging
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | SX53 TAN |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | White |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1968cc |
| Year | 2015 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SX — Inverness, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About SX53 TAN
What car is SX53 TAN?
SX53 TAN is an white Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Inverness in 2015.
What is the mileage of SX53 TAN?
The last recorded mileage for SX53 TAN was 126,793 miles, recorded on 10 Nov 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SX53 TAN passed its MOT?
SX53 TAN has had 9 MOT tests with an 89% pass rate (8 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 10 Nov 2025.
Is SX53 TAN ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SX53 TAN is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2015, 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 TAN?
SX53 TAN is approximately 11 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.