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 18 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 5 (72% pass rate). It has 132,599 miles on the clock, averaging 7,422 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400. The 1.9 TDI engine is known for turbocharger vnt actuator.
MOT & Mileage History for KE53 FVG
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 132,599 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 3 |
| Average per year | 7,422 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 18 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 | KE53 FVG |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | KE — Northampton, Luton and Northampton |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About KE53 FVG
What car is KE53 FVG?
KE53 FVG is a silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Northampton in 2003.
What is the mileage of KE53 FVG?
The last recorded mileage for KE53 FVG was 132,599 miles, recorded on 31 Jul 2018 during its most recent MOT test.
Has KE53 FVG passed its MOT?
KE53 FVG has had 18 MOT tests with a 72% pass rate (13 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 31 Jul 2018.
Is KE53 FVG ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, KE53 FVG 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 KE53 FVG?
KE53 FVG is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.