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 18 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 7 (61% pass rate). It has 196,230 miles on the clock, averaging 13,953 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 GV03 BFU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 196,230 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 13,185 |
| Average per year | 13,953 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 18 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 | GV03 BFU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | GV — Brighton, Garden of England |
| Age identifier | 03 — March 2003 to August 2003 |
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About GV03 BFU
What car is GV03 BFU?
GV03 BFU is a silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Brighton in 2003.
What is the mileage of GV03 BFU?
The last recorded mileage for GV03 BFU was 196,230 miles, recorded on 27 Feb 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GV03 BFU passed its MOT?
GV03 BFU has had 18 MOT tests with a 61% pass rate (11 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 27 Feb 2017.
Is GV03 BFU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GV03 BFU 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 GV03 BFU?
GV03 BFU is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.