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 21 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 5 (76% pass rate). It has 198,795 miles on the clock, averaging 10,120 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 HD03 NLV
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 198,795 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 9,235 |
| Average per year | 10,120 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 21 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 | HD03 NLV |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | HD — Bournemouth, Hampshire and Dorset |
| Age identifier | 03 — March 2003 to August 2003 |
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About HD03 NLV
What car is HD03 NLV?
HD03 NLV is an black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Bournemouth in 2003.
What is the mileage of HD03 NLV?
The last recorded mileage for HD03 NLV was 198,795 miles, recorded on 18 Aug 2021 during its most recent MOT test.
Has HD03 NLV passed its MOT?
HD03 NLV has had 21 MOT tests with a 76% pass rate (16 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 18 Aug 2021.
Is HD03 NLV ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, HD03 NLV 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 HD03 NLV?
HD03 NLV is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.