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 28 MOT tests on record, passing 20 and failing 8 (71% pass rate). It has 147,920 miles on the clock, averaging 6,372 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 BG53 CMX
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Average miles/year
Gap in MOT history
Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 147,920 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 6,372 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 28 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 | BG53 CMX |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BG — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About BG53 CMX
What car is BG53 CMX?
BG53 CMX is a silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2003.
What is the mileage of BG53 CMX?
The last recorded mileage for BG53 CMX was 147,920 miles, recorded on 23 Jan 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BG53 CMX passed its MOT?
BG53 CMX has had 28 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (20 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 23 Jan 2026.
Is BG53 CMX ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BG53 CMX 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 BG53 CMX?
BG53 CMX is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.