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 18 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 6 (67% pass rate). It has 200,070 miles on the clock, averaging 9,926 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 KT53 BDX
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 200,070 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 291 |
| Average per year | 9,926 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 18 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 | KT53 BDX |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | KT — Luton, Luton and Northampton |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About KT53 BDX
What car is KT53 BDX?
KT53 BDX is a blue Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Luton in 2004.
What is the mileage of KT53 BDX?
The last recorded mileage for KT53 BDX was 200,070 miles, recorded on 9 Nov 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has KT53 BDX passed its MOT?
KT53 BDX has had 18 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (12 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 9 Nov 2017.
Is KT53 BDX ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, KT53 BDX 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 KT53 BDX?
KT53 BDX is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.