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 20 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 5 (75% pass rate). It has 228,587 miles on the clock, averaging 14,003 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 DG03 VBF
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 228,587 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 14,003 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 20 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 VBF |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| 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 VBF
What car is DG03 VBF?
DG03 VBF is a blue Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Chester in 2003.
What is the mileage of DG03 VBF?
The last recorded mileage for DG03 VBF was 228,587 miles, recorded on 11 Mar 2020 during its most recent MOT test.
Has DG03 VBF passed its MOT?
DG03 VBF has had 20 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (15 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 11 Mar 2020.
Is DG03 VBF ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, DG03 VBF 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 VBF?
DG03 VBF is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.