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 1598cc has had 21 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 6 (71% pass rate). It has 91,987 miles on the clock, averaging 4,627 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.6 engine is known for check dvsa recall data directly and search specialist vag forums.
MOT & Mileage History for BL53 WPU
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 91,987 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 69 |
| Average per year | 4,627 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 21 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | BL53 WPU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BL — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About BL53 WPU
What car is BL53 WPU?
BL53 WPU is a silver Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2003.
What is the mileage of BL53 WPU?
The last recorded mileage for BL53 WPU was 91,987 miles, recorded on 21 Jun 2023 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BL53 WPU passed its MOT?
BL53 WPU has had 21 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (15 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 21 Jun 2023.
Is BL53 WPU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BL53 WPU 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 WPU?
BL53 WPU is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.