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 26 MOT tests on record, passing 21 and failing 5 (81% pass rate). It has 118,066 miles on the clock, averaging 2,095 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 KP53 OWL
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 118,066 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 7,295 |
| Average per year | 2,095 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 26 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 | KP53 OWL |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | KP — Luton, Luton and Northampton |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About KP53 OWL
What car is KP53 OWL?
KP53 OWL is a black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Luton in 2003.
What is the mileage of KP53 OWL?
The last recorded mileage for KP53 OWL was 118,066 miles, recorded on 14 Apr 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has KP53 OWL passed its MOT?
KP53 OWL has had 26 MOT tests with an 81% pass rate (21 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 14 Apr 2026.
Is KP53 OWL ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, KP53 OWL 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 KP53 OWL?
KP53 OWL is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.