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 29 MOT tests on record, passing 19 and failing 10 (66% pass rate). It has 199,831 miles on the clock, averaging 8,609 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 KX53 VEB
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 199,831 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 8,609 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 29 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 | KX53 VEB |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | KX — Luton, Luton and Northampton |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About KX53 VEB
What car is KX53 VEB?
KX53 VEB is a blue Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Luton in 2003.
What is the mileage of KX53 VEB?
The last recorded mileage for KX53 VEB was 199,831 miles, recorded on 30 Jan 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has KX53 VEB passed its MOT?
KX53 VEB has had 29 MOT tests with a 66% pass rate (19 passes, 10 failures). It last passed on 30 Jan 2026.
Is KX53 VEB ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, KX53 VEB 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 KX53 VEB?
KX53 VEB is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.