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 19 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 5 (74% pass rate). It has 173,216 miles on the clock, averaging 7,170 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 KY03 WKE
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 173,216 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 1 |
| Average per year | 7,170 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 19 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 | KY03 WKE |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | KY — Luton, Luton and Northampton |
| Age identifier | 03 — March 2003 to August 2003 |
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About KY03 WKE
What car is KY03 WKE?
KY03 WKE is a black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Luton in 2003.
What is the mileage of KY03 WKE?
The last recorded mileage for KY03 WKE was 173,216 miles, recorded on 7 Jan 2022 during its most recent MOT test.
Has KY03 WKE passed its MOT?
KY03 WKE has had 19 MOT tests with a 74% pass rate (14 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 7 Jan 2022.
Is KY03 WKE ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, KY03 WKE 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 KY03 WKE?
KY03 WKE is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.