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 6 MOT tests on record, passing every one. It has 114,913 miles on the clock, averaging 10,391 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 RY53 KZB
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 114,913 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 8,883 |
| Average per year | 10,391 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 6 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 | RY53 KZB |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | RY — Reading, Reading |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About RY53 KZB
What car is RY53 KZB?
RY53 KZB is an silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Reading in 2003.
What is the mileage of RY53 KZB?
The last recorded mileage for RY53 KZB was 114,913 miles, recorded on 4 Dec 2012 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RY53 KZB passed its MOT?
RY53 KZB has had 6 MOT tests with an 100% pass rate (6 passes, 0 failures). It last passed on 4 Dec 2012.
Is RY53 KZB ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RY53 KZB 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 RY53 KZB?
RY53 KZB is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.