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 19 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 4 (79% pass rate). It has 164,337 miles on the clock, averaging 9,119 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 FT53 BCX
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 164,337 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 4,203 |
| Average per year | 9,119 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 19 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 | FT53 BCX |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | FT — Lincoln, Forest and Fens |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About FT53 BCX
What car is FT53 BCX?
FT53 BCX is an blue Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Lincoln in 2004.
What is the mileage of FT53 BCX?
The last recorded mileage for FT53 BCX was 164,337 miles, recorded on 18 Jan 2021 during its most recent MOT test.
Has FT53 BCX passed its MOT?
FT53 BCX has had 19 MOT tests with a 79% pass rate (15 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 18 Jan 2021.
Is FT53 BCX ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, FT53 BCX 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 FT53 BCX?
FT53 BCX is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.