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 26 MOT tests on record, passing 20 and failing 6 (77% pass rate). It has 123,333 miles on the clock, averaging 5,179 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 KT53 BWN
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 123,333 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 926 |
| Average per year | 5,179 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 26 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 BWN |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| 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 BWN
What car is KT53 BWN?
KT53 BWN is a black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Luton in 2004.
What is the mileage of KT53 BWN?
The last recorded mileage for KT53 BWN was 123,333 miles, recorded on 27 Feb 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has KT53 BWN passed its MOT?
KT53 BWN has had 26 MOT tests with a 77% pass rate (20 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 27 Feb 2026.
Is KT53 BWN ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, KT53 BWN 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 BWN?
KT53 BWN is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.