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 1598cc has had 19 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 3 (84% pass rate). It has 71,050 miles on the clock, averaging 4,388 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.6 engine is known for check dvsa recall data directly and search specialist vag forums.
MOT & Mileage History for KG53 TCU
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 71,050 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 4,388 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 19 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | KG53 TCU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | KG — Northampton, Luton and Northampton |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About KG53 TCU
What car is KG53 TCU?
KG53 TCU is a grey Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Northampton in 2003.
What is the mileage of KG53 TCU?
The last recorded mileage for KG53 TCU was 71,050 miles, recorded on 11 Jan 2022 during its most recent MOT test.
Has KG53 TCU passed its MOT?
KG53 TCU has had 19 MOT tests with an 84% pass rate (16 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 11 Jan 2022.
Is KG53 TCU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, KG53 TCU 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 KG53 TCU?
KG53 TCU is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.