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 17 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 2 (88% pass rate). It has 212,461 miles on the clock, averaging 10,643 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 GY03 UYB
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 212,461 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 77 |
| Average per year | 10,643 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 17 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 | GY03 UYB |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | GY — Brighton, Garden of England |
| Age identifier | 03 — March 2003 to August 2003 |
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About GY03 UYB
What car is GY03 UYB?
GY03 UYB is a silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Brighton in 2003.
What is the mileage of GY03 UYB?
The last recorded mileage for GY03 UYB was 212,461 miles, recorded on 20 Nov 2020 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GY03 UYB passed its MOT?
GY03 UYB has had 17 MOT tests with an 88% pass rate (15 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 20 Nov 2020.
Is GY03 UYB ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GY03 UYB 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 GY03 UYB?
GY03 UYB is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.