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 2004 Volkswagen Golf Diesel 1896cc has had 15 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 3 (80% pass rate). It has 156,618 miles on the clock at the last MOT. The 1.9 TDI engine is known for turbocharger vnt actuator.
MOT & Mileage History for VA53 KNR
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
| Latest reading | 156,618 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 1 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 15 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 | VA53 KNR |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | VA — Worcester, Severn Valley |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About VA53 KNR
What car is VA53 KNR?
VA53 KNR is a silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Worcester in 2004.
What is the mileage of VA53 KNR?
The last recorded mileage for VA53 KNR was 156,618 miles, recorded on 16 Jan 2018 during its most recent MOT test.
Has VA53 KNR passed its MOT?
VA53 KNR has had 15 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (12 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 16 Jan 2018.
Is VA53 KNR ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, VA53 KNR is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2004, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is VA53 KNR?
VA53 KNR is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.