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 22 MOT tests on record, passing 17 and failing 5 (77% pass rate). It has 146,920 miles on the clock, averaging 6,960 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 FA03 DWG
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 146,920 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 2,647 |
| Average per year | 6,960 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 22 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 | FA03 DWG |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | FA — Nottingham, Forest and Fens |
| Age identifier | 03 — March 2003 to August 2003 |
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About FA03 DWG
What car is FA03 DWG?
FA03 DWG is an silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Nottingham in 2003.
What is the mileage of FA03 DWG?
The last recorded mileage for FA03 DWG was 146,920 miles, recorded on 17 Aug 2023 during its most recent MOT test.
Has FA03 DWG passed its MOT?
FA03 DWG has had 22 MOT tests with a 77% pass rate (17 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 17 Aug 2023.
Is FA03 DWG ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, FA03 DWG 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 FA03 DWG?
FA03 DWG is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.