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KD03 NZJ

2003 Volkswagen Golf · Diesel · 1896cc

Black Registered in Northampton, Luton and Northampton · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2003
FuelDiesel
Engine1896cc
ColourBlack
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantDiesel pre-2015
Est. Annual Tax£165–£265

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 10 and failing 7 (59% pass rate). It has 149,598 miles on the clock, averaging 10,656 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 KD03 NZJ

MOT Status
Due date passed
149,598
Last Mileage
Recorded
17
Total Tests
Since 2006
59%
Pass Rate
10 passed, 7 failed

Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.

7

MOT failures recorded

Out of 17 tests on record
10,656

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
3

Gaps in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading149,598 miles
Reading date
Miles last year45
Average per year10,656
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for KD03 NZJ 44k70k97k123k150k '06'16'12

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Full MOT Test History 17 tests on record

PASS
Mileage149,598 miles
Since last MOT+45 miles
FAIL
Mileage149,553 miles
Since last MOT+4,969 miles
PASS
Mileage144,584 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage144,583 miles
Since last MOT+7,097 miles
PASS
Mileage137,486 miles
FAIL
Mileage137,846 miles
Since last MOT+16,179 miles
PASS
Mileage121,667 miles
FAIL
Mileage126,678 miles
Since last MOT+12,361 miles
PASS
Mileage114,317 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage114,317 miles
Since last MOT+12,511 miles
PASS
Mileage101,806 miles
Since last MOT+12,989 miles
PASS
Mileage88,817 miles
Since last MOT+15,144 miles
PASS
Mileage73,673 miles
Since last MOT+19,288 miles
PASS
Mileage54,385 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage54,385 miles
Since last MOT+10,367 miles
PASS
Mileage44,018 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage44,017 miles

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🔧 Reported issues for this Volkswagen Golf

These are the most commonly reported problems on Volkswagen Golf models (1997–2004), based on owner reports and workshop data across the UK.

Turbocharger VNT actuator (vacuum-operated, part-specific to PD turbos like K03/K04 variants)

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKD03 NZJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1896cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeKD — Northampton, Luton and Northampton
Age identifier03 — March 2003 to August 2003

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About KD03 NZJ

What car is KD03 NZJ?

KD03 NZJ is a black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Northampton in 2003.

What is the mileage of KD03 NZJ?

The last recorded mileage for KD03 NZJ was 149,598 miles, recorded on 6 Apr 2016 during its most recent MOT test.

Has KD03 NZJ passed its MOT?

KD03 NZJ has had 17 MOT tests with a 59% pass rate (10 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 6 Apr 2016.

Is KD03 NZJ ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, KD03 NZJ 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 KD03 NZJ?

KD03 NZJ is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.