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 2003 Volkswagen Golf Diesel 1896cc has had 23 MOT tests on record, passing 17 and failing 6 (74% pass rate). It has 283,610 miles on the clock, averaging 10,590 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 BL53 SZD
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 283,610 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 10,590 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 23 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 | BL53 SZD |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BL — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About BL53 SZD
What car is BL53 SZD?
BL53 SZD is a blue Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2003.
What is the mileage of BL53 SZD?
The last recorded mileage for BL53 SZD was 283,610 miles, recorded on 4 Jun 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BL53 SZD passed its MOT?
BL53 SZD has had 23 MOT tests with a 74% pass rate (17 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 4 Jun 2025.
Is BL53 SZD ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BL53 SZD is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2003, 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 SZD?
BL53 SZD is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.