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 2005 Volkswagen Golf Petrol 1600cc has had 15 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 4 (73% pass rate). It has 71,230 miles on the clock, averaging 5,704 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400.
MOT & Mileage History for BG54 TBU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 71,230 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 3,905 |
| Average per year | 5,704 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 15 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | BG54 TBU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1600cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BG — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 54 — September 2004 to February 2005 |
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About BG54 TBU
What car is BG54 TBU?
BG54 TBU is a grey Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1600cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2005.
What is the mileage of BG54 TBU?
The last recorded mileage for BG54 TBU was 71,230 miles, recorded on 14 Aug 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BG54 TBU passed its MOT?
BG54 TBU has had 15 MOT tests with a 73% pass rate (11 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 14 Aug 2017.
Is BG54 TBU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BG54 TBU is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a petrol vehicle registered in 2005, it typically does not meet the Euro 4 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is BG54 TBU?
BG54 TBU is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 54 means registered between 1 September 2004 and 28 February 2005.