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 12 and failing 6 (67% pass rate). It has 291,280 miles on the clock, averaging 17,066 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 HS03 MTU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 291,280 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 12 |
| Average per year | 17,066 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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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 | HS03 MTU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | HS — Portsmouth, Hampshire and Dorset |
| Age identifier | 03 — March 2003 to August 2003 |
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About HS03 MTU
What car is HS03 MTU?
HS03 MTU is an black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Portsmouth in 2003.
What is the mileage of HS03 MTU?
The last recorded mileage for HS03 MTU was 291,280 miles, recorded on 23 Jan 2018 during its most recent MOT test.
Has HS03 MTU passed its MOT?
HS03 MTU has had 18 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (12 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 23 Jan 2018.
Is HS03 MTU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, HS03 MTU 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 HS03 MTU?
HS03 MTU is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.