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 1390cc has had 12 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing once (92% pass rate). It has 141,645 miles on the clock, averaging 10,476 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. The 1.4 engine is known for sparse fault data.
MOT & Mileage History for KL53 LRJ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 141,645 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 9,014 |
| Average per year | 10,476 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 12 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | KL53 LRJ |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| 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 LRJ
What car is KL53 LRJ?
KL53 LRJ is a black Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Northampton in 2003.
What is the mileage of KL53 LRJ?
The last recorded mileage for KL53 LRJ was 141,645 miles, recorded on 3 Jan 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has KL53 LRJ passed its MOT?
KL53 LRJ has had 12 MOT tests with an 92% pass rate (11 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 3 Jan 2017.
Is KL53 LRJ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, KL53 LRJ 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 KL53 LRJ?
KL53 LRJ is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.