Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2003 Volkswagen Golf Petrol 1598cc has had 14 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 4 (71% pass rate). It has 142,974 miles on the clock, averaging 9,669 miles per year, above 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 KN53 OWG
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 142,974 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 7,606 |
| Average per year | 9,669 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 14 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | KN53 OWG |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | KN — Luton, Luton and Northampton |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About KN53 OWG
What car is KN53 OWG?
KN53 OWG is a black Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Luton in 2003.
What is the mileage of KN53 OWG?
The last recorded mileage for KN53 OWG was 142,974 miles, recorded on 18 Nov 2016 during its most recent MOT test.
Has KN53 OWG passed its MOT?
KN53 OWG has had 14 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (10 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 18 Nov 2016.
Is KN53 OWG ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, KN53 OWG 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 KN53 OWG?
KN53 OWG is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.