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 1390cc has had 13 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 4 (69% pass rate). It has 63,150 miles on the clock, averaging 3,736 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.4 engine is known for sparse fault data.
MOT & Mileage History for BG53 OYH
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 63,150 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 1,674 |
| Average per year | 3,736 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 13 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | BG53 OYH |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BG — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About BG53 OYH
What car is BG53 OYH?
BG53 OYH is a black Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2003.
What is the mileage of BG53 OYH?
The last recorded mileage for BG53 OYH was 63,150 miles, recorded on 29 Dec 2014 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BG53 OYH passed its MOT?
BG53 OYH has had 13 MOT tests with a 69% pass rate (9 passes, 4 failures). It last was tested on 29 Dec 2014.
Is BG53 OYH ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BG53 OYH 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 OYH?
BG53 OYH is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.