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 21 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 7 (67% pass rate). It has 188,246 miles on the clock, averaging 11,001 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 YFJ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Average miles/year
Gap in MOT history
Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 188,246 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 11,001 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 21 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 YFJ |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Grey |
| 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 YFJ
What car is BG54 YFJ?
BG54 YFJ is a grey Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2004.
What is the mileage of BG54 YFJ?
The last recorded mileage for BG54 YFJ was 188,246 miles, recorded on 8 Jul 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BG54 YFJ passed its MOT?
BG54 YFJ has had 21 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (14 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 8 Jul 2019.
Is BG54 YFJ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BG54 YFJ 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 YFJ?
BG54 YFJ is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 54 means registered between 1 September 2004 and 28 February 2005.