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 12 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 2 (83% pass rate). It has 118,475 miles on the clock, averaging 6,870 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 BD03 FLV
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 118,475 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 9,677 |
| Average per year | 6,870 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 12 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 | BD03 FLV |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BD — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 03 — March 2003 to August 2003 |
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About BD03 FLV
What car is BD03 FLV?
BD03 FLV is a black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2003.
What is the mileage of BD03 FLV?
The last recorded mileage for BD03 FLV was 118,475 miles, recorded on 18 Jun 2016 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BD03 FLV passed its MOT?
BD03 FLV has had 12 MOT tests with an 83% pass rate (10 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 18 Jun 2016.
Is BD03 FLV ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BD03 FLV 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 BD03 FLV?
BD03 FLV is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.