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 2014 Volkswagen Golf Diesel 1968cc has had 12 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 3 (75% pass rate). It has 143,607 miles on the clock, averaging 11,081 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. The 2.0 TDI engine is known for crbc and dpf (diesel particulate filter) clogging.
MOT & Mileage History for BU14 JZL
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 143,607 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 8,718 |
| Average per year | 11,081 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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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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CRBC
DPF (Diesel Particulate Filter) clogging
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | BU14 JZL |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | White |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1968cc |
| Year | 2014 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BU — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 14 — March 2014 to August 2014 |
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About BU14 JZL
What car is BU14 JZL?
BU14 JZL is a white Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2014.
What is the mileage of BU14 JZL?
The last recorded mileage for BU14 JZL was 143,607 miles, recorded on 9 Dec 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BU14 JZL passed its MOT?
BU14 JZL has had 12 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (9 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 9 Dec 2025.
Is BU14 JZL ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BU14 JZL is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2014, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is BU14 JZL?
BU14 JZL is approximately 12 years old. Age identifier 14 means registered between 1 March 2014 and 31 August 2014.