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 21 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 6 (71% pass rate). It has 156,760 miles on the clock, averaging 7,324 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.9 TDI engine is known for turbocharger vnt actuator.
MOT & Mileage History for VA53 KRG
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 156,760 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 5,421 |
| Average per year | 7,324 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 21 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 KRG |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| 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 KRG
What car is VA53 KRG?
VA53 KRG is a blue Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Worcester in 2004.
What is the mileage of VA53 KRG?
The last recorded mileage for VA53 KRG was 156,760 miles, recorded on 3 Nov 2022 during its most recent MOT test.
Has VA53 KRG passed its MOT?
VA53 KRG has had 21 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (15 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 3 Nov 2022.
Is VA53 KRG ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, VA53 KRG 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 KRG?
VA53 KRG is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.