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 24 MOT tests on record, passing 21 and failing 3 (88% pass rate). It has 218,812 miles on the clock, averaging 9,992 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 HD53 KMU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 218,812 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 17,271 |
| Average per year | 9,992 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 24 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 | HD53 KMU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | HD — Bournemouth, Hampshire and Dorset |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About HD53 KMU
What car is HD53 KMU?
HD53 KMU is an silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Bournemouth in 2004.
What is the mileage of HD53 KMU?
The last recorded mileage for HD53 KMU was 218,812 miles, recorded on 15 Jan 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has HD53 KMU passed its MOT?
HD53 KMU has had 24 MOT tests with an 88% pass rate (21 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 15 Jan 2026.
Is HD53 KMU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, HD53 KMU 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 HD53 KMU?
HD53 KMU is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.