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 6 MOT tests on record, passing 5 and failing once (83% pass rate). It has 120,698 miles on the clock, averaging 13,533 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 FJ03 VNS
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 120,698 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 9,717 |
| Average per year | 13,533 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 6 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 | FJ03 VNS |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | FJ — Nottingham, Forest and Fens |
| Age identifier | 03 — March 2003 to August 2003 |
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About FJ03 VNS
What car is FJ03 VNS?
FJ03 VNS is an black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Nottingham in 2003.
What is the mileage of FJ03 VNS?
The last recorded mileage for FJ03 VNS was 120,698 miles, recorded on 28 Apr 2010 during its most recent MOT test.
Has FJ03 VNS passed its MOT?
FJ03 VNS has had 6 MOT tests with an 83% pass rate (5 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 28 Apr 2010.
Is FJ03 VNS ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, FJ03 VNS 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 FJ03 VNS?
FJ03 VNS is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.