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 20 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 6 (70% pass rate). It has 196,220 miles on the clock, averaging 9,283 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 FX03 OBE
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 196,220 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 1,396 |
| Average per year | 9,283 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 20 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 | FX03 OBE |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | FX — Lincoln, Forest and Fens |
| Age identifier | 03 — March 2003 to August 2003 |
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About FX03 OBE
What car is FX03 OBE?
FX03 OBE is an silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Lincoln in 2003.
What is the mileage of FX03 OBE?
The last recorded mileage for FX03 OBE was 196,220 miles, recorded on 6 Aug 2021 during its most recent MOT test.
Has FX03 OBE passed its MOT?
FX03 OBE has had 20 MOT tests with a 70% pass rate (14 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 6 Aug 2021.
Is FX03 OBE ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, FX03 OBE 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 FX03 OBE?
FX03 OBE is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.