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 2004 Volkswagen Golf Diesel 1896cc has had 13 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 3 (77% pass rate). It has 73,616 miles on the clock, averaging 4,748 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.9 TDI engine is known for turbocharger vnt actuator.
MOT & Mileage History for KG53 TFZ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 73,616 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 1,525 |
| Average per year | 4,748 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 13 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 TFZ |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | KG — Northampton, Luton and Northampton |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About KG53 TFZ
What car is KG53 TFZ?
KG53 TFZ is a black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Northampton in 2004.
What is the mileage of KG53 TFZ?
The last recorded mileage for KG53 TFZ was 73,616 miles, recorded on 8 Feb 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has KG53 TFZ passed its MOT?
KG53 TFZ has had 13 MOT tests with a 77% pass rate (10 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 8 Feb 2017.
Is KG53 TFZ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, KG53 TFZ is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2004, 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 TFZ?
KG53 TFZ is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.