Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2004 Volkswagen Golf Petrol 1600cc has had 12 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 2 (83% pass rate). It has 117,554 miles on the clock, averaging 9,397 miles per year, above 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 WSU
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 117,554 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 8,649 |
| Average per year | 9,397 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 12 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | KW53 WSU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1600cc |
| 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 WSU
What car is KW53 WSU?
KW53 WSU is a blue Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1600cc). First registered in Luton in 2004.
What is the mileage of KW53 WSU?
The last recorded mileage for KW53 WSU was 117,554 miles, recorded on 12 Feb 2016 during its most recent MOT test.
Has KW53 WSU passed its MOT?
KW53 WSU has had 12 MOT tests with an 83% pass rate (10 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 12 Feb 2016.
Is KW53 WSU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, KW53 WSU 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 WSU?
KW53 WSU is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.