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 Petrol 1595cc has had 23 MOT tests on record, passing 18 and failing 5 (78% pass rate). It has 97,948 miles on the clock, averaging 4,440 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.6 engine is known for check dvsa recall data directly and search specialist vag forums.
MOT & Mileage History for KT53 BWY
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 97,948 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 4,440 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 23 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | KT53 BWY |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1595cc |
| 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 BWY
What car is KT53 BWY?
KT53 BWY is a black Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1595cc). First registered in Luton in 2004.
What is the mileage of KT53 BWY?
The last recorded mileage for KT53 BWY was 97,948 miles, recorded on 16 Oct 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has KT53 BWY passed its MOT?
KT53 BWY has had 23 MOT tests with a 78% pass rate (18 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 16 Oct 2025.
Is KT53 BWY ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, KT53 BWY is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a petrol vehicle registered in 2004, it typically does not meet the Euro 4 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is KT53 BWY?
KT53 BWY is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.