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 17 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 4 (76% pass rate). It has 146,813 miles on the clock, averaging 8,904 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 KW53 VDZ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 146,813 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 18,356 |
| Average per year | 8,904 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 17 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 VDZ |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Red |
| 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 VDZ
What car is KW53 VDZ?
KW53 VDZ is a red Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Luton in 2004.
What is the mileage of KW53 VDZ?
The last recorded mileage for KW53 VDZ was 146,813 miles, recorded on 7 Aug 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has KW53 VDZ passed its MOT?
KW53 VDZ has had 17 MOT tests with a 76% pass rate (13 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 7 Aug 2019.
Is KW53 VDZ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, KW53 VDZ 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 VDZ?
KW53 VDZ is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.