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 Petrol 2792cc has had 22 MOT tests on record, passing 20 and failing 2 (91% pass rate). It has 105,655 miles on the clock, averaging 5,186 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 2.8 VR6 engine is known for aqp/aue and component.
MOT & Mileage History for BL53 UUZ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 105,655 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 6,274 |
| Average per year | 5,186 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 22 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Volkswagen Golf
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | BL53 UUZ |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 2792cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BL — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About BL53 UUZ
What car is BL53 UUZ?
BL53 UUZ is a silver Volkswagen Golf, petrol (2792cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2003.
What is the mileage of BL53 UUZ?
The last recorded mileage for BL53 UUZ was 105,655 miles, recorded on 6 Jan 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BL53 UUZ passed its MOT?
BL53 UUZ has had 22 MOT tests with an 91% pass rate (20 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 6 Jan 2026.
Is BL53 UUZ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BL53 UUZ is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a petrol vehicle registered in 2003, it typically does not meet the Euro 4 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is BL53 UUZ?
BL53 UUZ is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.