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 13 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 3 (77% pass rate). It has 123,150 miles on the clock, averaging 9,184 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 GY53 BCU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 123,150 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 2 |
| Average per year | 9,184 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 13 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 | GY53 BCU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | GY — Brighton, Garden of England |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About GY53 BCU
What car is GY53 BCU?
GY53 BCU is a silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Brighton in 2003.
What is the mileage of GY53 BCU?
The last recorded mileage for GY53 BCU was 123,150 miles, recorded on 27 Feb 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GY53 BCU passed its MOT?
GY53 BCU has had 13 MOT tests with a 77% pass rate (10 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 27 Feb 2017.
Is GY53 BCU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GY53 BCU 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 GY53 BCU?
GY53 BCU is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.