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 15 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 5 (67% pass rate). It has 198,871 miles on the clock, averaging 17,985 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 VBG
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 198,871 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | -88 |
| Average per year | 17,985 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 15 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 | GP03 VBG |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | GP — Brighton, Garden of England |
| Age identifier | 03 — March 2003 to August 2003 |
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About GP03 VBG
What car is GP03 VBG?
GP03 VBG is a silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Brighton in 2003.
What is the mileage of GP03 VBG?
The last recorded mileage for GP03 VBG was 198,871 miles, recorded on 22 May 2015 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GP03 VBG passed its MOT?
GP03 VBG has had 15 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (10 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 22 May 2015.
Is GP03 VBG ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GP03 VBG 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 VBG?
GP03 VBG is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.