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 31 MOT tests on record, passing 21 and failing 10 (68% pass rate). It has 173,760 miles on the clock, averaging 7,033 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.9 TDI engine is known for turbocharger vnt actuator.
MOT & Mileage History for HV53 KSO
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 173,760 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 10,080 |
| Average per year | 7,033 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 31 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 | HV53 KSO |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | HV — Portsmouth, Hampshire and Dorset |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About HV53 KSO
What car is HV53 KSO?
HV53 KSO is an grey Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Portsmouth in 2003.
What is the mileage of HV53 KSO?
The last recorded mileage for HV53 KSO was 173,760 miles, recorded on 15 Jun 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has HV53 KSO passed its MOT?
HV53 KSO has had 31 MOT tests with a 68% pass rate (21 passes, 10 failures). It last passed on 15 Jun 2026.
Is HV53 KSO ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, HV53 KSO 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 HV53 KSO?
HV53 KSO is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.