Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2004 Volkswagen Golf Petrol 1598cc has had 6 MOT tests on record, passing 5 and failing once (83% pass rate). It has 118,192 miles on the clock, averaging 9,000 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400. The 1.6 engine is known for check dvsa recall data directly and search specialist vag forums.
MOT & Mileage History for BD53 EDF
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 118,192 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 10,226 |
| Average per year | 9,000 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 6 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | BD53 EDF |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BD — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About BD53 EDF
What car is BD53 EDF?
BD53 EDF is a silver Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2004.
What is the mileage of BD53 EDF?
The last recorded mileage for BD53 EDF was 118,192 miles, recorded on 29 Dec 2010 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BD53 EDF passed its MOT?
BD53 EDF has had 6 MOT tests with an 83% pass rate (5 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 29 Dec 2010.
Is BD53 EDF ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BD53 EDF is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a petrol vehicle registered in 2004, it typically does not meet the Euro 4 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is BD53 EDF?
BD53 EDF is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.