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 26 MOT tests on record, passing 20 and failing 6 (77% pass rate). It has 147,280 miles on the clock, averaging 6,577 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.9 TDI engine is known for turbocharger vnt actuator.
MOT & Mileage History for KG53 TCZ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Average miles/year
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 147,280 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 1 |
| Average per year | 6,577 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 26 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 | KG53 TCZ |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| 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 TCZ
What car is KG53 TCZ?
KG53 TCZ is a blue Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Northampton in 2003.
What is the mileage of KG53 TCZ?
The last recorded mileage for KG53 TCZ was 147,280 miles, recorded on 30 Jan 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has KG53 TCZ passed its MOT?
KG53 TCZ has had 26 MOT tests with a 77% pass rate (20 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 30 Jan 2026.
Is KG53 TCZ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, KG53 TCZ 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 KG53 TCZ?
KG53 TCZ is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.