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 Diesel 1896cc has had 15 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 5 (67% pass rate). It has 94,537 miles on the clock, averaging 5,907 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.9 TDI engine is known for turbocharger vnt actuator.
MOT & Mileage History for BD53 EHB
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 94,537 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 4,658 |
| Average per year | 5,907 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 15 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 | BD53 EHB |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BD — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About BD53 EHB
What car is BD53 EHB?
BD53 EHB is a blue Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2003.
What is the mileage of BD53 EHB?
The last recorded mileage for BD53 EHB was 94,537 miles, recorded on 22 Jan 2018 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BD53 EHB passed its MOT?
BD53 EHB has had 15 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (10 passes, 5 failures). It last was tested on 22 Jan 2018.
Is BD53 EHB ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BD53 EHB is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2003, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is BD53 EHB?
BD53 EHB is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.