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 5 MOT tests on record, passing every one. It has 32,846 miles on the clock, averaging 4,442 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.9 TDI engine is known for turbocharger vnt actuator.
MOT & Mileage History for LA53 BZV
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 32,846 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 5,729 |
| Average per year | 4,442 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 5 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 | LA53 BZV |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | LA — Wimbledon, London |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About LA53 BZV
What car is LA53 BZV?
LA53 BZV is an silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Wimbledon in 2004.
What is the mileage of LA53 BZV?
The last recorded mileage for LA53 BZV was 32,846 miles, recorded on 18 Jan 2011 during its most recent MOT test.
Has LA53 BZV passed its MOT?
LA53 BZV has had 5 MOT tests with an 100% pass rate (5 passes, 0 failures). It last passed on 18 Jan 2011.
Is LA53 BZV ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, LA53 BZV 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 LA53 BZV?
LA53 BZV is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.