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 15 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 4 (73% pass rate). It has 175,462 miles on the clock, averaging 8,765 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400. The 1.9 TDI engine is known for turbocharger vnt actuator.
MOT & Mileage History for KL03 DPU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 175,462 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 8,788 |
| Average per year | 8,765 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 15 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 | KL03 DPU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | KL — Northampton, Luton and Northampton |
| Age identifier | 03 — March 2003 to August 2003 |
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About KL03 DPU
What car is KL03 DPU?
KL03 DPU is a black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Northampton in 2003.
What is the mileage of KL03 DPU?
The last recorded mileage for KL03 DPU was 175,462 miles, recorded on 20 Apr 2018 during its most recent MOT test.
Has KL03 DPU passed its MOT?
KL03 DPU has had 15 MOT tests with a 73% pass rate (11 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 20 Apr 2018.
Is KL03 DPU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, KL03 DPU 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 KL03 DPU?
KL03 DPU is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.