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 6 and failing 2 (75% pass rate). It has 181,352 miles on the clock, averaging 11,381 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 BC53 JDU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 181,352 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 9,780 |
| Average per year | 11,381 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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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 | BC53 JDU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BC — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About BC53 JDU
What car is BC53 JDU?
BC53 JDU is a black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2004.
What is the mileage of BC53 JDU?
The last recorded mileage for BC53 JDU was 181,352 miles, recorded on 30 Dec 2013 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BC53 JDU passed its MOT?
BC53 JDU has had 8 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (6 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 30 Dec 2013.
Is BC53 JDU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BC53 JDU 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 BC53 JDU?
BC53 JDU is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.