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 Diesel 1896cc has had 17 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 4 (76% pass rate). It has 204,360 miles on the clock, averaging 10,382 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 BV53 FXD
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 204,360 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 151 |
| Average per year | 10,382 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 17 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 | BV53 FXD |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BV — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About BV53 FXD
What car is BV53 FXD?
BV53 FXD is a silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2003.
What is the mileage of BV53 FXD?
The last recorded mileage for BV53 FXD was 204,360 miles, recorded on 29 Apr 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BV53 FXD passed its MOT?
BV53 FXD has had 17 MOT tests with a 76% pass rate (13 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 29 Apr 2019.
Is BV53 FXD ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BV53 FXD is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2003, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is BV53 FXD?
BV53 FXD is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.