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 2009 Volkswagen Golf Petrol 1390cc has had 21 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 8 (62% pass rate). It has 87,990 miles on the clock, averaging 5,225 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.4 engine is known for bud/bca.
MOT & Mileage History for BH54 RAT
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 87,990 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 5,225 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 21 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | BH54 RAT |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| Year | 2009 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BH — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 54 — September 2004 to February 2005 |
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About BH54 RAT
What car is BH54 RAT?
BH54 RAT is a black Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2009.
What is the mileage of BH54 RAT?
The last recorded mileage for BH54 RAT was 87,990 miles, recorded on 10 Sep 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BH54 RAT passed its MOT?
BH54 RAT has had 21 MOT tests with a 62% pass rate (13 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 10 Sep 2025.
Is BH54 RAT ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BH54 RAT 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 BH54 RAT?
BH54 RAT is approximately 17 years old. Age identifier 54 means registered between 1 September 2004 and 28 February 2005.