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 25 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 11 (56% pass rate). It has 166,110 miles on the clock, averaging 9,104 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 VF53 BGE
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 166,110 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 4,450 |
| Average per year | 9,104 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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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 | VF53 BGE |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | VF — Worcester, Severn Valley |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About VF53 BGE
What car is VF53 BGE?
VF53 BGE is a silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Worcester in 2004.
What is the mileage of VF53 BGE?
The last recorded mileage for VF53 BGE was 166,110 miles, recorded on 18 Feb 2021 during its most recent MOT test.
Has VF53 BGE passed its MOT?
VF53 BGE has had 25 MOT tests with a 56% pass rate (14 passes, 11 failures). It last was tested on 18 Feb 2021.
Is VF53 BGE ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, VF53 BGE 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 VF53 BGE?
VF53 BGE is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.