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 27 MOT tests on record, passing 19 and failing 8 (70% pass rate). It has 236,207 miles on the clock, averaging 11,367 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. The 1.9 TDI engine is known for turbocharger vnt actuator.
MOT & Mileage History for BP53 JSU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Average miles/year
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 236,207 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 2 |
| Average per year | 11,367 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 27 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 | BP53 JSU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BP — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About BP53 JSU
What car is BP53 JSU?
BP53 JSU is a blue Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2004.
What is the mileage of BP53 JSU?
The last recorded mileage for BP53 JSU was 236,207 miles, recorded on 25 Sep 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BP53 JSU passed its MOT?
BP53 JSU has had 27 MOT tests with a 70% pass rate (19 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 25 Sep 2025.
Is BP53 JSU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BP53 JSU 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 BP53 JSU?
BP53 JSU is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.