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 25 MOT tests on record, passing 19 and failing 6 (76% pass rate). It has 227,647 miles on the clock, averaging 10,659 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 YEL
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 227,647 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 7,983 |
| Average per year | 10,659 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 25 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 YEL |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| 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 YEL
What car is BG54 YEL?
BG54 YEL is a black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2004.
What is the mileage of BG54 YEL?
The last recorded mileage for BG54 YEL was 227,647 miles, recorded on 28 Apr 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BG54 YEL passed its MOT?
BG54 YEL has had 25 MOT tests with a 76% pass rate (19 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 28 Apr 2026.
Is BG54 YEL ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BG54 YEL 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 YEL?
BG54 YEL is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 54 means registered between 1 September 2004 and 28 February 2005.