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 2004 Volkswagen Golf Diesel 1896cc has had 13 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 4 (69% pass rate). It has 75,016 miles on the clock at the last MOT. The 1.9 TDI engine is known for turbocharger vnt actuator.
MOT & Mileage History for DB03 TLB
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
| Latest reading | 75,016 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 4,557 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 13 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 | DB03 TLB |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | DB — Chester, Deeside to Shrewsbury |
| Age identifier | 03 — March 2003 to August 2003 |
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About DB03 TLB
What car is DB03 TLB?
DB03 TLB is a black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Chester in 2004.
What is the mileage of DB03 TLB?
The last recorded mileage for DB03 TLB was 75,016 miles, recorded on 4 Dec 2015 during its most recent MOT test.
Has DB03 TLB passed its MOT?
DB03 TLB has had 13 MOT tests with a 69% pass rate (9 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 4 Dec 2015.
Is DB03 TLB ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, DB03 TLB is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2004, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is DB03 TLB?
DB03 TLB is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.