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 24 MOT tests on record, passing 20 and failing 4 (83% pass rate). It has 138,476 miles on the clock, averaging 6,108 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 KW53 NUF
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 138,476 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 4,842 |
| Average per year | 6,108 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 24 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 | KW53 NUF |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | KW — Luton, Luton and Northampton |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About KW53 NUF
What car is KW53 NUF?
KW53 NUF is a silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Luton in 2004.
What is the mileage of KW53 NUF?
The last recorded mileage for KW53 NUF was 138,476 miles, recorded on 15 Dec 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has KW53 NUF passed its MOT?
KW53 NUF has had 24 MOT tests with an 83% pass rate (20 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 15 Dec 2025.
Is KW53 NUF ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, KW53 NUF 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 KW53 NUF?
KW53 NUF is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.