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 2006 Volkswagen Golf Petrol 1984cc has had 24 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 8 (67% pass rate). It has 168,848 miles on the clock, averaging 8,596 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400. The 2.0 FSI engine is known for high pressure fuel pump (hpfp) cam follower and cam lobe wear.
MOT & Mileage History for BR53 ADA
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 168,848 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 6,795 |
| Average per year | 8,596 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 24 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Volkswagen Golf
These are the most commonly reported problems on Volkswagen Golf models (2003–2009), based on owner reports and workshop data across the UK.
High Pressure Fuel Pump (HPFP) cam follower (part typically 06F198151 or equivalent) and cam lobe wear
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | BR53 ADA |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | White |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1984cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BR — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About BR53 ADA
What car is BR53 ADA?
BR53 ADA is a white Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1984cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2006.
What is the mileage of BR53 ADA?
The last recorded mileage for BR53 ADA was 168,848 miles, recorded on 24 Feb 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BR53 ADA passed its MOT?
BR53 ADA has had 24 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (16 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 24 Feb 2026.
Is BR53 ADA ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BR53 ADA is likely ULEZ compliant. Petrol post-2005 (Euro 4). This is an estimate based on typical emission standards — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker for a definitive answer.
How old is BR53 ADA?
BR53 ADA is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.