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 16 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 5 (69% pass rate). It has 214,768 miles on the clock, averaging 12,439 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 BG53 OGE
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 214,768 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 8,528 |
| Average per year | 12,439 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 16 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 OGE |
| 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 OGE
What car is BG53 OGE?
BG53 OGE is a silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2003.
What is the mileage of BG53 OGE?
The last recorded mileage for BG53 OGE was 214,768 miles, recorded on 20 Mar 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BG53 OGE passed its MOT?
BG53 OGE has had 16 MOT tests with a 69% pass rate (11 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 20 Mar 2019.
Is BG53 OGE ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BG53 OGE 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 OGE?
BG53 OGE is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.