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 17 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 5 (71% pass rate). It has 102,878 miles on the clock, averaging 6,480 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.9 TDI engine is known for turbocharger vnt actuator.
MOT & Mileage History for MF03 LYS
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 102,878 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 7,368 |
| Average per year | 6,480 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 17 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Volkswagen Golf
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | MF03 LYS |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | MF — Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside |
| Age identifier | 03 — March 2003 to August 2003 |
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About MF03 LYS
What car is MF03 LYS?
MF03 LYS is an silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Manchester in 2003.
What is the mileage of MF03 LYS?
The last recorded mileage for MF03 LYS was 102,878 miles, recorded on 4 Mar 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has MF03 LYS passed its MOT?
MF03 LYS has had 17 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (12 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 4 Mar 2017.
Is MF03 LYS ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, MF03 LYS 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 MF03 LYS?
MF03 LYS is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.