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 23 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 8 (65% pass rate). It has 225,764 miles on the clock, averaging 12,257 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 FV53 KZU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 225,764 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 9,073 |
| Average per year | 12,257 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 23 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 | FV53 KZU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | FV — Lincoln, Forest and Fens |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About FV53 KZU
What car is FV53 KZU?
FV53 KZU is an silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Lincoln in 2003.
What is the mileage of FV53 KZU?
The last recorded mileage for FV53 KZU was 225,764 miles, recorded on 9 Mar 2022 during its most recent MOT test.
Has FV53 KZU passed its MOT?
FV53 KZU has had 23 MOT tests with a 65% pass rate (15 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 9 Mar 2022.
Is FV53 KZU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, FV53 KZU 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 FV53 KZU?
FV53 KZU is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.