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 8 MOT tests on record, passing 7 and failing once (88% pass rate). It has 132,696 miles on the clock, averaging 7,274 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 BV03 VUP
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 132,696 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 4,630 |
| Average per year | 7,274 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 8 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 | BV03 VUP |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BV — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 03 — March 2003 to August 2003 |
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About BV03 VUP
What car is BV03 VUP?
BV03 VUP is a silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2003.
What is the mileage of BV03 VUP?
The last recorded mileage for BV03 VUP was 132,696 miles, recorded on 18 Feb 2012 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BV03 VUP passed its MOT?
BV03 VUP has had 8 MOT tests with an 88% pass rate (7 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 18 Feb 2012.
Is BV03 VUP ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BV03 VUP 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 BV03 VUP?
BV03 VUP is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.