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 Petrol 1598cc has had 15 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 3 (80% pass rate). It has 56,375 miles on the clock, averaging 3,649 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.6 engine is known for check dvsa recall data directly and search specialist vag forums.
MOT & Mileage History for BU03 PRU
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 56,375 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 3,649 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 15 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | BU03 PRU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BU — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 03 — March 2003 to August 2003 |
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About BU03 PRU
What car is BU03 PRU?
BU03 PRU is a black Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2003.
What is the mileage of BU03 PRU?
The last recorded mileage for BU03 PRU was 56,375 miles, recorded on 12 Jun 2018 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BU03 PRU passed its MOT?
BU03 PRU has had 15 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (12 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 12 Jun 2018.
Is BU03 PRU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BU03 PRU is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a petrol vehicle registered in 2003, it typically does not meet the Euro 4 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is BU03 PRU?
BU03 PRU is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.