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 Petrol 1781cc has had 16 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 2 (88% pass rate). It has 142,170 miles on the clock, averaging 8,549 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400.
MOT & Mileage History for KE53 GRU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 142,170 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 8,549 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 16 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | KE53 GRU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1781cc |
| 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 GRU
What car is KE53 GRU?
KE53 GRU is a black Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1781cc). First registered in Northampton in 2003.
What is the mileage of KE53 GRU?
The last recorded mileage for KE53 GRU was 142,170 miles, recorded on 24 Aug 2020 during its most recent MOT test.
Has KE53 GRU passed its MOT?
KE53 GRU has had 16 MOT tests with an 88% pass rate (14 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 24 Aug 2020.
Is KE53 GRU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, KE53 GRU is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a petrol vehicle registered in 2003, it typically does not meet the Euro 4 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is KE53 GRU?
KE53 GRU is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.