Free MOT Check →Full MOT history & mileage Service History £6.99 →Full refund if no data found Full Car Check £7.49 →Crashed, financed & ownership data by Experian
GP03 BWV

2003 Volkswagen Golf · Diesel · 1896cc

Silver Registered in Brighton, Garden of England · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2003
FuelDiesel
Engine1896cc
ColourSilver
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantDiesel pre-2015
Est. Annual Tax£165–£265

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 13 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 2 (85% pass rate). It has 140,403 miles on the clock, averaging 10,631 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 GP03 BWV

MOT Status
Due date passed
140,403
Last Mileage
Recorded
13
Total Tests
Since 2006
85%
Pass Rate
11 passed, 2 failed

Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.

2

MOT failures recorded

Out of 13 tests on record
10,631

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading140,403 miles
Reading date
Miles last year1
Average per year10,631
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for GP03 BWV 29k57k84k112k140k '06'17'12

Check GP03 BWV

Full MOT Test History 13 tests on record

PASS
Mileage140,403 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage140,402 miles
Since last MOT+2,729 miles
PASS
Mileage137,673 miles
Since last MOT+33 miles
FAIL
Mileage137,640 miles
Since last MOT+8,618 miles
PASS
Mileage129,022 miles
Since last MOT+17,520 miles
PASS
Mileage111,502 miles
Since last MOT+18,538 miles
PASS
Mileage92,964 miles
Since last MOT+15,412 miles
PASS
Mileage77,552 miles
Since last MOT+9,998 miles
PASS
Mileage67,554 miles
Since last MOT+8,692 miles
PASS
Mileage58,862 miles
Since last MOT+8,960 miles
PASS
Mileage49,902 miles
Since last MOT+9,968 miles
PASS
Mileage39,934 miles
Since last MOT+11,378 miles
PASS
Mileage28,556 miles

Similar cars to consider

Buyers comparing the Volkswagen Golf often also look at these models. Check their MOT history and reliability before deciding:

🔧 Reported issues for this Volkswagen Golf

These are the most commonly reported problems on Volkswagen Golf models (1997–2004), based on owner reports and workshop data across the UK.

Turbocharger VNT actuator (vacuum-operated, part-specific to PD turbos like K03/K04 variants)

Read our Volkswagen Golf Buyer's Guide →

Common faults, what to check, and what to pay

Explore more about the Volkswagen Golf

Thinking about buying this car? These resources will help you make an informed decision.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationGP03 BWV
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1896cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeGP — Brighton, Garden of England
Age identifier03 — March 2003 to August 2003

More GP03 B plates

Browse all GP03 B registrations from Brighton.

About GP03 BWV

What car is GP03 BWV?

GP03 BWV is a silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Brighton in 2003.

What is the mileage of GP03 BWV?

The last recorded mileage for GP03 BWV was 140,403 miles, recorded on 1 Feb 2017 during its most recent MOT test.

Has GP03 BWV passed its MOT?

GP03 BWV has had 13 MOT tests with an 85% pass rate (11 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 1 Feb 2017.

Is GP03 BWV ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, GP03 BWV 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 GP03 BWV?

GP03 BWV is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.