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 22 MOT tests on record, passing 18 and failing 4 (82% pass rate). It has 163,678 miles on the clock, averaging 6,745 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 GYP
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Average miles/year
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 163,678 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 6,745 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 22 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 GYP |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| 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 GYP
What car is BD53 GYP?
BD53 GYP is a silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2003.
What is the mileage of BD53 GYP?
The last recorded mileage for BD53 GYP was 163,678 miles, recorded on 6 Feb 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BD53 GYP passed its MOT?
BD53 GYP has had 22 MOT tests with an 82% pass rate (18 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 6 Feb 2026.
Is BD53 GYP ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BD53 GYP 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 GYP?
BD53 GYP is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.