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 27 MOT tests on record, passing 18 and failing 9 (67% pass rate). It has 136,620 miles on the clock, averaging 2,028 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.9 TDI engine is known for turbocharger vnt actuator.
MOT & Mileage History for BD53 PNL
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 136,620 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 1,681 |
| Average per year | 2,028 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 27 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 PNL |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Green |
| 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 PNL
What car is BD53 PNL?
BD53 PNL is a green Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2003.
What is the mileage of BD53 PNL?
The last recorded mileage for BD53 PNL was 136,620 miles, recorded on 23 Jan 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BD53 PNL passed its MOT?
BD53 PNL has had 27 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (18 passes, 9 failures). It last was tested on 23 Jan 2025.
Is BD53 PNL ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BD53 PNL 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 PNL?
BD53 PNL is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.