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 13 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 2 (85% pass rate). It has 219,881 miles on the clock, averaging 14,188 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 KE03 VBL
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 219,881 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 6,544 |
| Average per year | 14,188 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 13 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 | KE03 VBL |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | KE — Northampton, Luton and Northampton |
| Age identifier | 03 — March 2003 to August 2003 |
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About KE03 VBL
What car is KE03 VBL?
KE03 VBL is a black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Northampton in 2003.
What is the mileage of KE03 VBL?
The last recorded mileage for KE03 VBL was 219,881 miles, recorded on 28 Jan 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has KE03 VBL passed its MOT?
KE03 VBL has had 13 MOT tests with an 85% pass rate (11 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 28 Jan 2017.
Is KE03 VBL ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, KE03 VBL 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 KE03 VBL?
KE03 VBL is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.