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 2017 Volkswagen Golf Petrol 1498cc has had 6 MOT tests on record, passing every one. It has 59,263 miles on the clock, averaging 6,687 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.5 TSI engine is known for dada and engine management software / act (active cylinder technology) calibration.
MOT & Mileage History for BG54 RAG
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 59,263 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 6,370 |
| Average per year | 6,687 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 6 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Volkswagen Golf
These are the most commonly reported problems on Volkswagen Golf models (2012–2020), based on owner reports and workshop data across the UK.
DADA
Engine management software / ACT (Active Cylinder Technology) calibration
Faulty ECU mapping causes poor transition between 2- and 4-cylinder modes, leading to hesitation, juddering, or "kangarooing" (RPM drop/stall risk in 1st gear). Cross-model issue in manuals.[1][2][3][4]
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | BG54 RAG |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1498cc |
| Year | 2017 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BG — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 54 — September 2004 to February 2005 |
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About BG54 RAG
What car is BG54 RAG?
BG54 RAG is a blue Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1498cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2017.
What is the mileage of BG54 RAG?
The last recorded mileage for BG54 RAG was 59,263 miles, recorded on 20 Nov 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BG54 RAG passed its MOT?
BG54 RAG has had 6 MOT tests with an 100% pass rate (6 passes, 0 failures). It last passed on 20 Nov 2025.
Is BG54 RAG ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BG54 RAG is likely ULEZ compliant. Petrol post-2005 (Euro 4). This is an estimate based on typical emission standards — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker for a definitive answer.
How old is BG54 RAG?
BG54 RAG is approximately 9 years old. Age identifier 54 means registered between 1 September 2004 and 28 February 2005.