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 2015 Volkswagen Golf Diesel 1968cc has had 9 MOT tests on record, passing 7 and failing 2 (78% pass rate). It has 58,494 miles on the clock, averaging 5,433 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 2.0 TDI engine is known for crbc and dpf (diesel particulate filter) clogging.
MOT & Mileage History for BL53 NEY
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 58,494 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 8,174 |
| Average per year | 5,433 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 9 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Volkswagen Golf
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CRBC
DPF (Diesel Particulate Filter) clogging
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | BL53 NEY |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1968cc |
| Year | 2015 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BL — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About BL53 NEY
What car is BL53 NEY?
BL53 NEY is a silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2015.
What is the mileage of BL53 NEY?
The last recorded mileage for BL53 NEY was 58,494 miles, recorded on 3 Oct 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BL53 NEY passed its MOT?
BL53 NEY has had 9 MOT tests with a 78% pass rate (7 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 3 Oct 2025.
Is BL53 NEY ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BL53 NEY is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2015, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is BL53 NEY?
BL53 NEY is approximately 11 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.