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 14 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 4 (71% pass rate). It has 139,869 miles on the clock, averaging 10,782 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 DXK
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 139,869 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 8,176 |
| Average per year | 10,782 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 14 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 DXK |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Green |
| 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 DXK
What car is KS53 DXK?
KS53 DXK is a green Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Luton in 2004.
What is the mileage of KS53 DXK?
The last recorded mileage for KS53 DXK was 139,869 miles, recorded on 15 Sep 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has KS53 DXK passed its MOT?
KS53 DXK has had 14 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (10 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 15 Sep 2017.
Is KS53 DXK ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, KS53 DXK 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 DXK?
KS53 DXK is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.