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 16 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 4 (75% pass rate). It has 148,347 miles on the clock, averaging 9,415 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 KA03 KUP
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 148,347 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 8,278 |
| Average per year | 9,415 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 16 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 | KA03 KUP |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | KA — Northampton, Luton and Northampton |
| Age identifier | 03 — March 2003 to August 2003 |
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About KA03 KUP
What car is KA03 KUP?
KA03 KUP is a silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Northampton in 2003.
What is the mileage of KA03 KUP?
The last recorded mileage for KA03 KUP was 148,347 miles, recorded on 29 Aug 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has KA03 KUP passed its MOT?
KA03 KUP has had 16 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (12 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 29 Aug 2017.
Is KA03 KUP ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, KA03 KUP 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 KA03 KUP?
KA03 KUP is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.