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 14 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 2 (86% pass rate). It has 147,134 miles on the clock, averaging 8,174 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400. The 1.9 TDI engine is known for turbocharger vnt actuator.
MOT & Mileage History for KV53 VFW
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 147,134 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 6,103 |
| Average per year | 8,174 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 14 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 | KV53 VFW |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | KV — Luton, Luton and Northampton |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About KV53 VFW
What car is KV53 VFW?
KV53 VFW is a silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Luton in 2003.
What is the mileage of KV53 VFW?
The last recorded mileage for KV53 VFW was 147,134 miles, recorded on 14 Jan 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has KV53 VFW passed its MOT?
KV53 VFW has had 14 MOT tests with an 86% pass rate (12 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 14 Jan 2019.
Is KV53 VFW ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, KV53 VFW 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 KV53 VFW?
KV53 VFW is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.