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 14 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 2 (86% pass rate). It has 162,135 miles on the clock, averaging 9,419 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. The 1.9 TDI engine is known for turbocharger vnt actuator.
MOT & Mileage History for DC03 BFX
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 162,135 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 19,634 |
| Average per year | 9,419 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 14 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 | DC03 BFX |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | DC — Chester, Deeside to Shrewsbury |
| Age identifier | 03 — March 2003 to August 2003 |
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About DC03 BFX
What car is DC03 BFX?
DC03 BFX is a blue Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Chester in 2003.
What is the mileage of DC03 BFX?
The last recorded mileage for DC03 BFX was 162,135 miles, recorded on 29 Jul 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has DC03 BFX passed its MOT?
DC03 BFX has had 14 MOT tests with an 86% pass rate (12 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 29 Jul 2019.
Is DC03 BFX ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, DC03 BFX 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 DC03 BFX?
DC03 BFX is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.