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 15 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 4 (73% pass rate). It has 165,174 miles on the clock, averaging 9,527 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 XLA
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 165,174 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 6,728 |
| Average per year | 9,527 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 15 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 XLA |
| 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 XLA
What car is FJ03 XLA?
FJ03 XLA is an black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Nottingham in 2003.
What is the mileage of FJ03 XLA?
The last recorded mileage for FJ03 XLA was 165,174 miles, recorded on 23 May 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has FJ03 XLA passed its MOT?
FJ03 XLA has had 15 MOT tests with a 73% pass rate (11 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 23 May 2017.
Is FJ03 XLA ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, FJ03 XLA 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 XLA?
FJ03 XLA is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.