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 33 MOT tests on record, passing 19 and failing 14 (58% pass rate). It has 212,914 miles on the clock, averaging 9,577 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 DU03 MXS
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 212,914 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 1 |
| Average per year | 9,577 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 33 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 | DU03 MXS |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | DU — Shrewsbury, Deeside to Shrewsbury |
| Age identifier | 03 — March 2003 to August 2003 |
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About DU03 MXS
What car is DU03 MXS?
DU03 MXS is a black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Shrewsbury in 2003.
What is the mileage of DU03 MXS?
The last recorded mileage for DU03 MXS was 212,914 miles, recorded on 14 Nov 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has DU03 MXS passed its MOT?
DU03 MXS has had 33 MOT tests with a 58% pass rate (19 passes, 14 failures). It last passed on 14 Nov 2025.
Is DU03 MXS ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, DU03 MXS 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 DU03 MXS?
DU03 MXS is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.