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 14 and failing once (93% pass rate). It has 190,168 miles on the clock, averaging 10,386 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 NC03 ECT
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 190,168 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 8,709 |
| Average per year | 10,386 |
| 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 | NC03 ECT |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | NC — Newcastle, North |
| Age identifier | 03 — March 2003 to August 2003 |
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About NC03 ECT
What car is NC03 ECT?
NC03 ECT is an grey Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Newcastle in 2003.
What is the mileage of NC03 ECT?
The last recorded mileage for NC03 ECT was 190,168 miles, recorded on 22 Nov 2018 during its most recent MOT test.
Has NC03 ECT passed its MOT?
NC03 ECT has had 15 MOT tests with an 93% pass rate (14 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 22 Nov 2018.
Is NC03 ECT ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, NC03 ECT 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 NC03 ECT?
NC03 ECT is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.