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 21 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 6 (71% pass rate). It has 186,119 miles on the clock, averaging 9,306 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 FA03 DZJ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 186,119 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 389 |
| Average per year | 9,306 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 21 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 DZJ |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| 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 DZJ
What car is FA03 DZJ?
FA03 DZJ is an black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Nottingham in 2003.
What is the mileage of FA03 DZJ?
The last recorded mileage for FA03 DZJ was 186,119 miles, recorded on 5 Aug 2022 during its most recent MOT test.
Has FA03 DZJ passed its MOT?
FA03 DZJ has had 21 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (15 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 5 Aug 2022.
Is FA03 DZJ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, FA03 DZJ 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 DZJ?
FA03 DZJ is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.