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 2004 Volkswagen Golf Diesel 1896cc has had 16 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 4 (75% pass rate). It has 202,672 miles on the clock, averaging 17,003 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. The 1.9 TDI engine is known for turbocharger vnt actuator.
MOT & Mileage History for KS53 DWJ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Average miles/year
Gap in MOT history
Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 202,672 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 10,453 |
| Average per year | 17,003 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 16 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 | KS53 DWJ |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | KS — Luton, Luton and Northampton |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About KS53 DWJ
What car is KS53 DWJ?
KS53 DWJ is a black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Luton in 2004.
What is the mileage of KS53 DWJ?
The last recorded mileage for KS53 DWJ was 202,672 miles, recorded on 11 Sep 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has KS53 DWJ passed its MOT?
KS53 DWJ has had 16 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (12 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 11 Sep 2017.
Is KS53 DWJ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, KS53 DWJ is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2004, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is KS53 DWJ?
KS53 DWJ is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.