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 2004 Volkswagen Golf Diesel 1896cc has had 24 MOT tests on record, passing 18 and failing 6 (75% pass rate). It has 297,632 miles on the clock, averaging 13,935 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 FH53 BSU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 297,632 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 10,933 |
| Average per year | 13,935 |
| 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
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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 | FH53 BSU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | FH — Nottingham, Forest and Fens |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About FH53 BSU
What car is FH53 BSU?
FH53 BSU is an black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Nottingham in 2004.
What is the mileage of FH53 BSU?
The last recorded mileage for FH53 BSU was 297,632 miles, recorded on 12 Dec 2024 during its most recent MOT test.
Has FH53 BSU passed its MOT?
FH53 BSU has had 24 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (18 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 12 Dec 2024.
Is FH53 BSU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, FH53 BSU is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2004, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is FH53 BSU?
FH53 BSU is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.