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 2004 Volkswagen Golf Diesel 1896cc has had 21 MOT tests on record, passing 19 and failing 2 (90% pass rate). It has 80,807 miles on the clock, averaging 3,386 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.9 TDI engine is known for turbocharger vnt actuator.
MOT & Mileage History for BM53 RCM
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 80,807 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 3 |
| Average per year | 3,386 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 21 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 | BM53 RCM |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BM — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About BM53 RCM
What car is BM53 RCM?
BM53 RCM is a silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2004.
What is the mileage of BM53 RCM?
The last recorded mileage for BM53 RCM was 80,807 miles, recorded on 22 Aug 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BM53 RCM passed its MOT?
BM53 RCM has had 21 MOT tests with an 90% pass rate (19 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 22 Aug 2025.
Is BM53 RCM ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BM53 RCM is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2004, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is BM53 RCM?
BM53 RCM is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.