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 14 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 2 (86% pass rate). It has 179,269 miles on the clock, averaging 11,947 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 KY03 XAD
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 179,269 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 11,947 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 14 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 | KY03 XAD |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Beige |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | KY — Luton, Luton and Northampton |
| Age identifier | 03 — March 2003 to August 2003 |
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About KY03 XAD
What car is KY03 XAD?
KY03 XAD is a beige Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Luton in 2003.
What is the mileage of KY03 XAD?
The last recorded mileage for KY03 XAD was 179,269 miles, recorded on 1 Jun 2016 during its most recent MOT test.
Has KY03 XAD passed its MOT?
KY03 XAD has had 14 MOT tests with an 86% pass rate (12 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 1 Jun 2016.
Is KY03 XAD ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, KY03 XAD 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 KY03 XAD?
KY03 XAD is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.