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 31 MOT tests on record, passing 18 and failing 13 (58% pass rate). It has 216,548 miles on the clock, averaging 6,696 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 KX53 YEL
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 216,548 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 4 |
| Average per year | 6,696 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 31 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 YEL |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| 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 YEL
What car is KX53 YEL?
KX53 YEL is a black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Luton in 2003.
What is the mileage of KX53 YEL?
The last recorded mileage for KX53 YEL was 216,548 miles, recorded on 10 Apr 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has KX53 YEL passed its MOT?
KX53 YEL has had 31 MOT tests with a 58% pass rate (18 passes, 13 failures). It last passed on 10 Apr 2026.
Is KX53 YEL ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, KX53 YEL 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 YEL?
KX53 YEL is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.