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 2324cc has had 19 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 8 (58% pass rate). It has 129,042 miles on the clock, averaging 7,632 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400.
MOT & Mileage History for SY53 UDV
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
MOT failures recorded
Average miles/year
Gaps in MOT history
Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 129,042 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 2,981 |
| Average per year | 7,632 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
Check SY53 UDV
- Write-off & insurance claims Experian
- Outstanding finance check Experian
- Stolen vehicle check Experian
- Ownership changes Experian
- Mileage discrepancy alerts
- Plate & colour change history
- Franchised dealer records
- Independent garage visits
- Service interval analysis
- Warranty work logged
Full MOT Test History 19 tests on record
Similar cars to consider
Buyers comparing the Volkswagen Golf often also look at these models. Check their MOT history and reliability before deciding:
Common faults, what to check, and what to pay
Explore more about the Volkswagen Golf
Thinking about buying this car? These resources will help you make an informed decision.
Vehicle Details
| Registration | SY53 UDV |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 2324cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SY — Inverness, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
More SY53 U plates
Browse all SY53 U registrations from Inverness.
About SY53 UDV
What car is SY53 UDV?
SY53 UDV is an black Volkswagen Golf, petrol (2324cc). First registered in Inverness in 2003.
What is the mileage of SY53 UDV?
The last recorded mileage for SY53 UDV was 129,042 miles, recorded on 30 Oct 2020 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SY53 UDV passed its MOT?
SY53 UDV has had 19 MOT tests with a 58% pass rate (11 passes, 8 failures). It last was tested on 30 Oct 2020.
Is SY53 UDV ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SY53 UDV 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 SY53 UDV?
SY53 UDV is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.