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 14 MOT tests on record, passing 7 and failing 7 (50% pass rate). It has 182,463 miles on the clock, averaging 15,134 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. The 1.9 TDI engine is known for turbocharger vnt actuator.
MOT & Mileage History for KL53 EMK
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
Above average| Latest reading | 182,463 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 6 |
| Average per year | 15,134 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 14 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 | KL53 EMK |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | KL — Northampton, Luton and Northampton |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About KL53 EMK
What car is KL53 EMK?
KL53 EMK is a silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Northampton in 2003.
What is the mileage of KL53 EMK?
The last recorded mileage for KL53 EMK was 182,463 miles, recorded on 27 Jul 2016 during its most recent MOT test.
Has KL53 EMK passed its MOT?
KL53 EMK has had 14 MOT tests with a 50% pass rate (7 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 27 Jul 2016.
Is KL53 EMK ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, KL53 EMK 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 KL53 EMK?
KL53 EMK is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.