Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2004 Volkswagen Golf Petrol 1598cc has had 6 MOT tests on record, passing 5 and failing once (83% pass rate). It has 61,427 miles on the clock, averaging 7,720 miles per year, around 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 KW53 WLJ
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 61,427 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 6,174 |
| Average per year | 7,720 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 6 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | KW53 WLJ |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| 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 WLJ
What car is KW53 WLJ?
KW53 WLJ is a black Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Luton in 2004.
What is the mileage of KW53 WLJ?
The last recorded mileage for KW53 WLJ was 61,427 miles, recorded on 25 Jan 2011 during its most recent MOT test.
Has KW53 WLJ passed its MOT?
KW53 WLJ has had 6 MOT tests with an 83% pass rate (5 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 25 Jan 2011.
Is KW53 WLJ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, KW53 WLJ 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 KW53 WLJ?
KW53 WLJ is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.