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 12 and failing 6 (67% pass rate). It has 166,378 miles on the clock, averaging 8,062 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 KF53 VJC
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 166,378 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 3,198 |
| Average per year | 8,062 |
| 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 | KF53 VJC |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | KF — Northampton, Luton and Northampton |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About KF53 VJC
What car is KF53 VJC?
KF53 VJC is a silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Northampton in 2003.
What is the mileage of KF53 VJC?
The last recorded mileage for KF53 VJC was 166,378 miles, recorded on 5 Nov 2020 during its most recent MOT test.
Has KF53 VJC passed its MOT?
KF53 VJC has had 18 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (12 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 5 Nov 2020.
Is KF53 VJC ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, KF53 VJC 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 KF53 VJC?
KF53 VJC is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.