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 12 and failing 3 (80% pass rate). It has 198,676 miles on the clock, averaging 12,125 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 BD53 UEJ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 198,676 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 14 |
| Average per year | 12,125 |
| 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 UEJ |
| 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 UEJ
What car is BD53 UEJ?
BD53 UEJ is a green Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2003.
What is the mileage of BD53 UEJ?
The last recorded mileage for BD53 UEJ was 198,676 miles, recorded on 21 Aug 2018 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BD53 UEJ passed its MOT?
BD53 UEJ has had 15 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (12 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 21 Aug 2018.
Is BD53 UEJ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BD53 UEJ 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 UEJ?
BD53 UEJ is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.