The road tax status for KT53 BBK is recorded as available on IsItAGoodCar.

When is the MOT due for KT53 BBK?

The MOT for KT53 BBK is valid and due for renewal on or before 18 July 2023.

What is the recorded mileage of KT53 BBK?

The recorded mileage for KT53 BBK is 148,176 miles, recorded at its most recent DVSA MOT test.

Is KT53 BBK ULEZ compliant?

No, KT53 BBK does not meet standard ULEZ emissions requirements and would incur a daily charge when driven within the London Ultra Low Emission Zone.

Official DVLA Record

2004 Volkswagen Golf 1.9L Diesel · KT53 BBK

KT53 BBK

2004 Volkswagen Golf (1.9L, diesel). First registered 30 Jan 2004. Recorded mileage 148,176 miles. MOT expired on 18 Jul 2023.

Make & Model: VOLKSWAGEN GOLF
Year / Origin: 2004 · Northampton
Safety Recall: Unknown
MOT Status: Expired on 18 Jul 2023
Road Tax: —
Recorded Mileage: 148,176 mi
ULEZ Compliance: Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
Fuel & Engine: Diesel · 1.9L
Reliability Guide: Common Faults

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Year

2004

Engine

1896cc

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KT53 BBK Key Findings

30 MOT tests recorded
Latest MOT passed on 18/07/2022
148,176 miles recorded at latest MOT
14 historical MOT failures
No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Recurring lighting items (23 mentions)

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KT53 BBK MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 21 Oct 2026, 16:13

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30 MOT tests are recorded for this 2004 Volkswagen Golf (KT53 BBK) between March 2007 and July 2022.

The record contains 16 passes and 14 failures.

The most recent test on 18 July 2022 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 14 failures that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Lighting (23 issues), Tyres (19 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (7 issues), Brakes (6 issues), Steering (6 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 29 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.

Recorded failure items include: “Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))”; “Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))”; “Offside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevent”.

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KT53 BBK Mileage History

02/03/200749,831 mi
11/03/200858,824 mi+8,993 mi
12/03/200858,827 mi+3 mi
26/02/200965,332 mi+6,505 mi
11/06/201076,929 mi+11,597 mi
11/06/201076,929 mi
09/06/201185,466 mi+8,537 mi
09/06/201185,466 mi
11/06/201291,643 mi+6,177 mi
11/06/201291,643 mi
12/06/201398,207 mi+6,564 mi
12/06/201398,207 mi
30/06/2014105,568 mi+7,361 mi
30/06/2014105,568 mi
25/06/2015112,981 mi+7,413 mi
25/06/2015112,981 mi
27/06/2016120,433 mi+7,452 mi
27/06/2016120,433 mi
28/06/2017124,976 mi+4,543 mi
28/06/2017124,976 mi
26/06/2018129,743 mi+4,767 mi
24/07/2018129,794 mi+51 mi
19/07/2019135,415 mi+5,621 mi
19/07/2019135,415 mi
20/07/2020139,832 mi+4,417 mi
20/07/2020139,832 mi
05/07/2021142,735 mi+2,903 mi
05/07/2021142,735 mi
18/07/2022148,176 mi+5,441 mi
18/07/2022148,176 mi

Average of roughly 6,395 miles per year across 30 recorded odometer readings.

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/ 100 · Below Average

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MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average

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✗ MOT Expired or Failed

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! Average MOT pass rate (50%)

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