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 16 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 2 (88% pass rate). It has 259,009 miles on the clock, averaging 13,142 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. The 1.9 TDI engine is known for turbocharger vnt actuator.
MOT & Mileage History for KY53 UYN
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 259,009 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 2,352 |
| Average per year | 13,142 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 16 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 UYN |
| 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 UYN
What car is KY53 UYN?
KY53 UYN is a silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Luton in 2003.
What is the mileage of KY53 UYN?
The last recorded mileage for KY53 UYN was 259,009 miles, recorded on 7 Jan 2021 during its most recent MOT test.
Has KY53 UYN passed its MOT?
KY53 UYN has had 16 MOT tests with an 88% pass rate (14 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 7 Jan 2021.
Is KY53 UYN ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, KY53 UYN 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 UYN?
KY53 UYN is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.