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 27 MOT tests on record, passing 19 and failing 8 (70% pass rate). It has 167,901 miles on the clock, averaging 6,552 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 BG03 AYL
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 167,901 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 21,037 |
| Average per year | 6,552 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 27 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 | BG03 AYL |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BG — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 03 — March 2003 to August 2003 |
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About BG03 AYL
What car is BG03 AYL?
BG03 AYL is a blue Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2003.
What is the mileage of BG03 AYL?
The last recorded mileage for BG03 AYL was 167,901 miles, recorded on 4 May 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BG03 AYL passed its MOT?
BG03 AYL has had 27 MOT tests with a 70% pass rate (19 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 4 May 2026.
Is BG03 AYL ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BG03 AYL 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 BG03 AYL?
BG03 AYL is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.