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 27 MOT tests on record, passing 18 and failing 9 (67% pass rate). It has 152,301 miles on the clock, averaging 6,959 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.9 TDI engine is known for turbocharger vnt actuator.
MOT & Mileage History for DG03 FDD
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 152,301 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 171 |
| Average per year | 6,959 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 27 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 | DG03 FDD |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Beige |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | DG — Chester, Deeside to Shrewsbury |
| Age identifier | 03 — March 2003 to August 2003 |
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About DG03 FDD
What car is DG03 FDD?
DG03 FDD is a beige Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Chester in 2003.
What is the mileage of DG03 FDD?
The last recorded mileage for DG03 FDD was 152,301 miles, recorded on 14 Oct 2024 during its most recent MOT test.
Has DG03 FDD passed its MOT?
DG03 FDD has had 27 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (18 passes, 9 failures). It last passed on 14 Oct 2024.
Is DG03 FDD ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, DG03 FDD 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 DG03 FDD?
DG03 FDD is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.