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 22 MOT tests on record, passing 19 and failing 3 (86% pass rate). It has 190,770 miles on the clock, averaging 5,602 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 BW03 UCV
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Average miles/year
Gap in MOT history
Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 190,770 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 3,503 |
| Average per year | 5,602 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 22 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 | BW03 UCV |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BW — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 03 — March 2003 to August 2003 |
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About BW03 UCV
What car is BW03 UCV?
BW03 UCV is a silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2003.
What is the mileage of BW03 UCV?
The last recorded mileage for BW03 UCV was 190,770 miles, recorded on 24 Feb 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BW03 UCV passed its MOT?
BW03 UCV has had 22 MOT tests with an 86% pass rate (19 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 24 Feb 2026.
Is BW03 UCV ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BW03 UCV 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 BW03 UCV?
BW03 UCV is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.