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 12 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 3 (75% pass rate). It has 153,875 miles on the clock, averaging 7,393 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 WGD
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 153,875 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 7 |
| Average per year | 7,393 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 12 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 WGD |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| 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 WGD
What car is BN53 WGD?
BN53 WGD is a black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2003.
What is the mileage of BN53 WGD?
The last recorded mileage for BN53 WGD was 153,875 miles, recorded on 17 Apr 2018 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BN53 WGD passed its MOT?
BN53 WGD has had 12 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (9 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 17 Apr 2018.
Is BN53 WGD ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BN53 WGD 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 WGD?
BN53 WGD is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.