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 1598cc has had 13 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 3 (77% pass rate). It has 54,967 miles on the clock, averaging 3,641 miles per year, well below 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 BG53 MXF
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 54,967 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 3,641 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 13 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | BG53 MXF |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BG — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About BG53 MXF
What car is BG53 MXF?
BG53 MXF is a silver Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2003.
What is the mileage of BG53 MXF?
The last recorded mileage for BG53 MXF was 54,967 miles, recorded on 8 Feb 2016 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BG53 MXF passed its MOT?
BG53 MXF has had 13 MOT tests with a 77% pass rate (10 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 8 Feb 2016.
Is BG53 MXF ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BG53 MXF 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 BG53 MXF?
BG53 MXF is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.