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 24 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 8 (67% pass rate). It has 93,754 miles on the clock, averaging 4,938 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 BV53 FWY
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 93,754 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 57 |
| Average per year | 4,938 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 24 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | BV53 FWY |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BV — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About BV53 FWY
What car is BV53 FWY?
BV53 FWY is a silver Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2003.
What is the mileage of BV53 FWY?
The last recorded mileage for BV53 FWY was 93,754 miles, recorded on 4 Jun 2021 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BV53 FWY passed its MOT?
BV53 FWY has had 24 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (16 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 4 Jun 2021.
Is BV53 FWY ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BV53 FWY 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 BV53 FWY?
BV53 FWY is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.