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 2007 Volkswagen Golf Diesel 1896cc has had 22 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 7 (68% pass rate). It has 161,085 miles on the clock, averaging 8,590 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400. The 1.9 TDI engine is known for 1. injector seal failure causing diesel fuel ingress into engine oil.
MOT & Mileage History for BY03 BEC
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 161,085 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 31 |
| Average per year | 8,590 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 22 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Volkswagen Golf
These are the most commonly reported problems on Volkswagen Golf models (2003–2009), based on owner reports and workshop data across the UK.
1. Injector Seal Failure Causing Diesel Fuel Ingress into Engine Oil
The rubber seal around the fuel injector degrades, allowing diesel fuel to seep past the seal into the engine sump, contaminating the engine oil.
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | BY03 BEC |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2007 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BY — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 03 — March 2003 to August 2003 |
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About BY03 BEC
What car is BY03 BEC?
BY03 BEC is a black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2007.
What is the mileage of BY03 BEC?
The last recorded mileage for BY03 BEC was 161,085 miles, recorded on 6 Oct 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BY03 BEC passed its MOT?
BY03 BEC has had 22 MOT tests with a 68% pass rate (15 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 6 Oct 2025.
Is BY03 BEC ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BY03 BEC is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2007, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is BY03 BEC?
BY03 BEC is approximately 19 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.