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 Petrol 1781cc has had 23 MOT tests on record, passing 19 and failing 4 (83% pass rate). It has 148,125 miles on the clock, averaging 5,870 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400.
MOT & Mileage History for BF53 VZG
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 148,125 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 475 |
| Average per year | 5,870 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 23 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | BF53 VZG |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1781cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BF — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About BF53 VZG
What car is BF53 VZG?
BF53 VZG is a red Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1781cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2003.
What is the mileage of BF53 VZG?
The last recorded mileage for BF53 VZG was 148,125 miles, recorded on 18 Oct 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BF53 VZG passed its MOT?
BF53 VZG has had 23 MOT tests with an 83% pass rate (19 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 18 Oct 2025.
Is BF53 VZG ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BF53 VZG is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a petrol vehicle registered in 2003, it typically does not meet the Euro 4 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is BF53 VZG?
BF53 VZG is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.