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 1984cc has had 23 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 8 (65% pass rate). It has 159,840 miles on the clock, averaging 7,400 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 2.0 engine is known for camshaft position sensor (part 06a905377).
MOT & Mileage History for BN53 NTC
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 159,840 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 7 |
| Average per year | 7,400 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 23 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Volkswagen Golf
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Camshaft position sensor (part 06A905377)
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | BN53 NTC |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1984cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BN — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About BN53 NTC
What car is BN53 NTC?
BN53 NTC is a silver Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1984cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2003.
What is the mileage of BN53 NTC?
The last recorded mileage for BN53 NTC was 159,840 miles, recorded on 28 Jul 2022 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BN53 NTC passed its MOT?
BN53 NTC has had 23 MOT tests with a 65% pass rate (15 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 28 Jul 2022.
Is BN53 NTC ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BN53 NTC 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 BN53 NTC?
BN53 NTC is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.