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 13 and failing 7 (65% pass rate). It has 225,474 miles on the clock, averaging 13,114 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 DX03 YCL
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 225,474 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 17,889 |
| Average per year | 13,114 |
| 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 | DX03 YCL |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Green |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | DX — Shrewsbury, Deeside to Shrewsbury |
| Age identifier | 03 — March 2003 to August 2003 |
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About DX03 YCL
What car is DX03 YCL?
DX03 YCL is a green Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Shrewsbury in 2003.
What is the mileage of DX03 YCL?
The last recorded mileage for DX03 YCL was 225,474 miles, recorded on 29 Dec 2020 during its most recent MOT test.
Has DX03 YCL passed its MOT?
DX03 YCL has had 20 MOT tests with a 65% pass rate (13 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 29 Dec 2020.
Is DX03 YCL ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, DX03 YCL 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 DX03 YCL?
DX03 YCL is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.