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 11 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 2 (82% pass rate). It has 130,924 miles on the clock, averaging 10,322 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 GD03 BWL
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 130,924 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 12,113 |
| Average per year | 10,322 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 11 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 | GD03 BWL |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | GD — Maidstone, Garden of England |
| Age identifier | 03 — March 2003 to August 2003 |
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About GD03 BWL
What car is GD03 BWL?
GD03 BWL is a black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Maidstone in 2003.
What is the mileage of GD03 BWL?
The last recorded mileage for GD03 BWL was 130,924 miles, recorded on 24 May 2014 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GD03 BWL passed its MOT?
GD03 BWL has had 11 MOT tests with an 82% pass rate (9 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 24 May 2014.
Is GD03 BWL ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GD03 BWL 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 GD03 BWL?
GD03 BWL is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.