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 21 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 7 (67% pass rate). It has 187,819 miles on the clock, averaging 11,103 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 CAE
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 187,819 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 30 |
| Average per year | 11,103 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 21 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 CAE |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| 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 CAE
What car is DC03 CAE?
DC03 CAE is a black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Chester in 2003.
What is the mileage of DC03 CAE?
The last recorded mileage for DC03 CAE was 187,819 miles, recorded on 16 Jul 2020 during its most recent MOT test.
Has DC03 CAE passed its MOT?
DC03 CAE has had 21 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (14 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 16 Jul 2020.
Is DC03 CAE ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, DC03 CAE 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 CAE?
DC03 CAE is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.