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 14 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 3 (79% pass rate). It has 153,123 miles on the clock, averaging 11,230 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 YM53 BCE
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 153,123 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 11,230 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 14 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 | YM53 BCE |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | YM — Sheffield, Yorkshire |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About YM53 BCE
What car is YM53 BCE?
YM53 BCE is a black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Sheffield in 2004.
What is the mileage of YM53 BCE?
The last recorded mileage for YM53 BCE was 153,123 miles, recorded on 4 Dec 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has YM53 BCE passed its MOT?
YM53 BCE has had 14 MOT tests with a 79% pass rate (11 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 4 Dec 2017.
Is YM53 BCE ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, YM53 BCE 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 YM53 BCE?
YM53 BCE is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.