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 26 MOT tests on record, passing 19 and failing 7 (73% pass rate). It has 165,868 miles on the clock, averaging 5,753 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 YJC
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 165,868 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 2,125 |
| Average per year | 5,753 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 26 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 YJC |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| 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 YJC
What car is BW03 YJC?
BW03 YJC is a blue Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2003.
What is the mileage of BW03 YJC?
The last recorded mileage for BW03 YJC was 165,868 miles, recorded on 28 Jul 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BW03 YJC passed its MOT?
BW03 YJC has had 26 MOT tests with a 73% pass rate (19 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 28 Jul 2025.
Is BW03 YJC ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BW03 YJC 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 YJC?
BW03 YJC is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.