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 2004 Volkswagen Golf Petrol 1598cc has had 14 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 2 (86% pass rate). It has 138,969 miles on the clock, averaging 9,851 miles per year, above 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 UPY
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 138,969 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 9,851 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 14 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | BD53 UPY |
| 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 UPY
What car is BD53 UPY?
BD53 UPY is a silver Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2004.
What is the mileage of BD53 UPY?
The last recorded mileage for BD53 UPY was 138,969 miles, recorded on 29 Jan 2018 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BD53 UPY passed its MOT?
BD53 UPY has had 14 MOT tests with an 86% pass rate (12 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 29 Jan 2018.
Is BD53 UPY ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BD53 UPY 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 UPY?
BD53 UPY is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.