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 11 MOT tests on record, passing 7 and failing 4 (64% pass rate). It has 167,787 miles on the clock, averaging 19,598 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 BG54 PHU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 167,787 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 19,598 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 11 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 PHU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| 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 PHU
What car is BG54 PHU?
BG54 PHU is a blue Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2004.
What is the mileage of BG54 PHU?
The last recorded mileage for BG54 PHU was 167,787 miles, recorded on 17 Oct 2013 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BG54 PHU passed its MOT?
BG54 PHU has had 11 MOT tests with a 64% pass rate (7 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 17 Oct 2013.
Is BG54 PHU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BG54 PHU 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 PHU?
BG54 PHU is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 54 means registered between 1 September 2004 and 28 February 2005.