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 25 MOT tests on record, passing 17 and failing 8 (68% pass rate). It has 174,021 miles on the clock, averaging 9,175 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 WF53 KMU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 174,021 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 9,175 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 25 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 | WF53 KMU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | WF — Exeter, West of England |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About WF53 KMU
What car is WF53 KMU?
WF53 KMU is a silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Exeter in 2003.
What is the mileage of WF53 KMU?
The last recorded mileage for WF53 KMU was 174,021 miles, recorded on 10 Sep 2022 during its most recent MOT test.
Has WF53 KMU passed its MOT?
WF53 KMU has had 25 MOT tests with a 68% pass rate (17 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 10 Sep 2022.
Is WF53 KMU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, WF53 KMU 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 WF53 KMU?
WF53 KMU is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.