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 Petrol 3189cc has had 17 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 4 (76% pass rate). It has 106,551 miles on the clock, averaging 6,691 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 3.2 VR6 engine is known for serpentine belt tensioner.
MOT & Mileage History for KT53 GCV
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 106,551 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | -1,993 |
| Average per year | 6,691 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 17 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | KT53 GCV |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 3189cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | KT — Luton, Luton and Northampton |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About KT53 GCV
What car is KT53 GCV?
KT53 GCV is a black Volkswagen Golf, petrol (3189cc). First registered in Luton in 2003.
What is the mileage of KT53 GCV?
The last recorded mileage for KT53 GCV was 106,551 miles, recorded on 10 Sep 2018 during its most recent MOT test.
Has KT53 GCV passed its MOT?
KT53 GCV has had 17 MOT tests with a 76% pass rate (13 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 10 Sep 2018.
Is KT53 GCV ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, KT53 GCV is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a petrol vehicle registered in 2003, 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 GCV?
KT53 GCV is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.