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 15 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 3 (80% pass rate). It has 169,001 miles on the clock, averaging 3,971 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 KN53 OYM
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 169,001 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 3,971 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 15 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 | KN53 OYM |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| 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 OYM
What car is KN53 OYM?
KN53 OYM is a silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Luton in 2003.
What is the mileage of KN53 OYM?
The last recorded mileage for KN53 OYM was 169,001 miles, recorded on 5 Feb 2018 during its most recent MOT test.
Has KN53 OYM passed its MOT?
KN53 OYM has had 15 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (12 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 5 Feb 2018.
Is KN53 OYM ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, KN53 OYM 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 KN53 OYM?
KN53 OYM is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.