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 25 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 9 (64% pass rate). It has 139,424 miles on the clock, averaging 5,459 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.9 TDI engine is known for turbocharger vnt actuator.
MOT & Mileage History for BV53 VWE
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 139,424 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 5 |
| Average per year | 5,459 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 25 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 VWE |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Red |
| 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 VWE
What car is BV53 VWE?
BV53 VWE is a red Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2003.
What is the mileage of BV53 VWE?
The last recorded mileage for BV53 VWE was 139,424 miles, recorded on 27 Sep 2022 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BV53 VWE passed its MOT?
BV53 VWE has had 25 MOT tests with a 64% pass rate (16 passes, 9 failures). It last passed on 27 Sep 2022.
Is BV53 VWE ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BV53 VWE 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 VWE?
BV53 VWE is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.