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 2004 Volkswagen Golf Diesel 1896cc has had 14 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 3 (79% pass rate). It has 157,309 miles on the clock, averaging 8,438 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400. The 1.9 TDI engine is known for turbocharger vnt actuator.
MOT & Mileage History for BG54 JXB
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 157,309 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 12,109 |
| Average per year | 8,438 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 14 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 | BG54 JXB |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BG — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 54 — September 2004 to February 2005 |
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About BG54 JXB
What car is BG54 JXB?
BG54 JXB is a silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2004.
What is the mileage of BG54 JXB?
The last recorded mileage for BG54 JXB was 157,309 miles, recorded on 18 May 2021 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BG54 JXB passed its MOT?
BG54 JXB has had 14 MOT tests with a 79% pass rate (11 passes, 3 failures). It last was tested on 18 May 2021.
Is BG54 JXB ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BG54 JXB is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2004, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is BG54 JXB?
BG54 JXB is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 54 means registered between 1 September 2004 and 28 February 2005.