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 16 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 5 (69% pass rate). It has 104,832 miles on the clock, averaging 6,658 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.9 TDI engine is known for turbocharger vnt actuator.
MOT & Mileage History for BN53 GKZ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 104,832 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 6,658 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 16 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 | BN53 GKZ |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BN — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About BN53 GKZ
What car is BN53 GKZ?
BN53 GKZ is a blue Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2003.
What is the mileage of BN53 GKZ?
The last recorded mileage for BN53 GKZ was 104,832 miles, recorded on 17 Aug 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BN53 GKZ passed its MOT?
BN53 GKZ has had 16 MOT tests with a 69% pass rate (11 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 17 Aug 2017.
Is BN53 GKZ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BN53 GKZ 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 BN53 GKZ?
BN53 GKZ is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.