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 1598cc has had 23 MOT tests on record, passing 20 and failing 3 (87% pass rate). It has 89,522 miles on the clock, averaging 4,213 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.6 engine is known for check dvsa recall data directly and search specialist vag forums.
MOT & Mileage History for BP53 DXR
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 89,522 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 52 |
| Average per year | 4,213 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 23 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | BP53 DXR |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BP — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About BP53 DXR
What car is BP53 DXR?
BP53 DXR is a black Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2003.
What is the mileage of BP53 DXR?
The last recorded mileage for BP53 DXR was 89,522 miles, recorded on 18 May 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BP53 DXR passed its MOT?
BP53 DXR has had 23 MOT tests with an 87% pass rate (20 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 18 May 2026.
Is BP53 DXR ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BP53 DXR 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 BP53 DXR?
BP53 DXR is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.