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 8 MOT tests on record, passing 7 and failing once (88% pass rate). It has 48,652 miles on the clock, averaging 4,248 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.4 engine is known for sparse fault data.
MOT & Mileage History for KN53 RUV
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 48,652 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 8,996 |
| Average per year | 4,248 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 8 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | KN53 RUV |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| 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 RUV
What car is KN53 RUV?
KN53 RUV is a black Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Luton in 2003.
What is the mileage of KN53 RUV?
The last recorded mileage for KN53 RUV was 48,652 miles, recorded on 27 Oct 2012 during its most recent MOT test.
Has KN53 RUV passed its MOT?
KN53 RUV has had 8 MOT tests with an 88% pass rate (7 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 27 Oct 2012.
Is KN53 RUV ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, KN53 RUV 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 RUV?
KN53 RUV is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.