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 11 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing once (91% pass rate). It has 121,111 miles on the clock, averaging 8,122 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 KY53 UWO
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 121,111 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 4,159 |
| Average per year | 8,122 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 11 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 | KY53 UWO |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | KY — Luton, Luton and Northampton |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About KY53 UWO
What car is KY53 UWO?
KY53 UWO is a silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Luton in 2003.
What is the mileage of KY53 UWO?
The last recorded mileage for KY53 UWO was 121,111 miles, recorded on 15 Dec 2016 during its most recent MOT test.
Has KY53 UWO passed its MOT?
KY53 UWO has had 11 MOT tests with an 91% pass rate (10 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 15 Dec 2016.
Is KY53 UWO ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, KY53 UWO 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 KY53 UWO?
KY53 UWO is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.