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 24 MOT tests on record, passing 19 and failing 5 (79% pass rate). It has 117,440 miles on the clock, averaging 4,904 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 KS51 VAG
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 117,440 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 45 |
| Average per year | 4,904 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 24 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 | KS51 VAG |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | KS — Luton, Luton and Northampton |
| Age identifier | 51 — September 2001 to February 2002 |
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About KS51 VAG
What car is KS51 VAG?
KS51 VAG is a silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Luton in 2003.
What is the mileage of KS51 VAG?
The last recorded mileage for KS51 VAG was 117,440 miles, recorded on 12 Mar 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has KS51 VAG passed its MOT?
KS51 VAG has had 24 MOT tests with a 79% pass rate (19 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 12 Mar 2026.
Is KS51 VAG ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, KS51 VAG 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 KS51 VAG?
KS51 VAG is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.