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 25 MOT tests on record, passing 19 and failing 6 (76% pass rate). It has 168,816 miles on the clock, averaging 5,409 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.9 TDI engine is known for turbocharger vnt actuator.
MOT & Mileage History for KS53 TFX
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Average miles/year
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 168,816 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 5 |
| Average per year | 5,409 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 25 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 TFX |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | KS — Luton, Luton and Northampton |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About KS53 TFX
What car is KS53 TFX?
KS53 TFX is a black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Luton in 2003.
What is the mileage of KS53 TFX?
The last recorded mileage for KS53 TFX was 168,816 miles, recorded on 5 Nov 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has KS53 TFX passed its MOT?
KS53 TFX has had 25 MOT tests with a 76% pass rate (19 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 5 Nov 2025.
Is KS53 TFX ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, KS53 TFX 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 KS53 TFX?
KS53 TFX is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.