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 18 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 3 (83% pass rate). It has 216,947 miles on the clock, averaging 12,608 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 LS53 KUJ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 216,947 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 14,943 |
| Average per year | 12,608 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 18 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 | LS53 KUJ |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | LS — Stanmore, London |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About LS53 KUJ
What car is LS53 KUJ?
LS53 KUJ is an black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Stanmore in 2003.
What is the mileage of LS53 KUJ?
The last recorded mileage for LS53 KUJ was 216,947 miles, recorded on 5 Dec 2020 during its most recent MOT test.
Has LS53 KUJ passed its MOT?
LS53 KUJ has had 18 MOT tests with an 83% pass rate (15 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 5 Dec 2020.
Is LS53 KUJ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, LS53 KUJ 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 LS53 KUJ?
LS53 KUJ is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.