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 23 MOT tests on record, passing 19 and failing 4 (83% pass rate). It has 103,371 miles on the clock, averaging 4,274 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.9 TDI engine is known for turbocharger vnt actuator.
MOT & Mileage History for FM03 LGU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Average miles/year
Gap in MOT history
Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 103,371 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 98 |
| Average per year | 4,274 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 23 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 | FM03 LGU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | FM — Nottingham, Forest and Fens |
| Age identifier | 03 — March 2003 to August 2003 |
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About FM03 LGU
What car is FM03 LGU?
FM03 LGU is an blue Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Nottingham in 2003.
What is the mileage of FM03 LGU?
The last recorded mileage for FM03 LGU was 103,371 miles, recorded on 23 Nov 2024 during its most recent MOT test.
Has FM03 LGU passed its MOT?
FM03 LGU has had 23 MOT tests with an 83% pass rate (19 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 23 Nov 2024.
Is FM03 LGU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, FM03 LGU 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 FM03 LGU?
FM03 LGU is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.