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 24 MOT tests on record, passing 20 and failing 4 (83% pass rate). It has 175,283 miles on the clock, averaging 6,203 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 FM03 XTS
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Average miles/year
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 175,283 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 3,787 |
| Average per year | 6,203 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 24 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 XTS |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| 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 XTS
What car is FM03 XTS?
FM03 XTS is an silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Nottingham in 2003.
What is the mileage of FM03 XTS?
The last recorded mileage for FM03 XTS was 175,283 miles, recorded on 15 Jul 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has FM03 XTS passed its MOT?
FM03 XTS has had 24 MOT tests with an 83% pass rate (20 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 15 Jul 2026.
Is FM03 XTS ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, FM03 XTS 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 XTS?
FM03 XTS is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.