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 24 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 9 (63% pass rate). It has 205,303 miles on the clock, averaging 9,530 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 DF03 PLU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 205,303 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 9,530 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 24 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 | DF03 PLU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | DF — Chester, Deeside to Shrewsbury |
| Age identifier | 03 — March 2003 to August 2003 |
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About DF03 PLU
What car is DF03 PLU?
DF03 PLU is a black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Chester in 2003.
What is the mileage of DF03 PLU?
The last recorded mileage for DF03 PLU was 205,303 miles, recorded on 8 Jun 2022 during its most recent MOT test.
Has DF03 PLU passed its MOT?
DF03 PLU has had 24 MOT tests with a 63% pass rate (15 passes, 9 failures). It last passed on 8 Jun 2022.
Is DF03 PLU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, DF03 PLU 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 DF03 PLU?
DF03 PLU is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.