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 2005 Volkswagen Golf Petrol 1390cc has had 26 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 12 (54% pass rate). It has 156,942 miles on the clock, averaging 7,280 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.4 engine is known for bud/bca.
MOT & Mileage History for BL54 FRD
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Average miles/year
Gap in MOT history
Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 156,942 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 93 |
| Average per year | 7,280 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 26 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Volkswagen Golf
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | BL54 FRD |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BL — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 54 — September 2004 to February 2005 |
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About BL54 FRD
What car is BL54 FRD?
BL54 FRD is a red Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2005.
What is the mileage of BL54 FRD?
The last recorded mileage for BL54 FRD was 156,942 miles, recorded on 23 Mar 2021 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BL54 FRD passed its MOT?
BL54 FRD has had 26 MOT tests with a 54% pass rate (14 passes, 12 failures). It last passed on 23 Mar 2021.
Is BL54 FRD ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BL54 FRD is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a petrol vehicle registered in 2005, it typically does not meet the Euro 4 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is BL54 FRD?
BL54 FRD is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 54 means registered between 1 September 2004 and 28 February 2005.