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 Petrol 1390cc has had 22 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 7 (68% pass rate). It has 209,177 miles on the clock, averaging 11,248 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. The 1.4 engine is known for sparse fault data.
MOT & Mileage History for NC03 UPY
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Average miles/year
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 209,177 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 11,248 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 22 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | NC03 UPY |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | White |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | NC — Newcastle, North |
| Age identifier | 03 — March 2003 to August 2003 |
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About NC03 UPY
What car is NC03 UPY?
NC03 UPY is an white Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Newcastle in 2003.
What is the mileage of NC03 UPY?
The last recorded mileage for NC03 UPY was 209,177 miles, recorded on 23 Mar 2021 during its most recent MOT test.
Has NC03 UPY passed its MOT?
NC03 UPY has had 22 MOT tests with a 68% pass rate (15 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 23 Mar 2021.
Is NC03 UPY ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, NC03 UPY is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a petrol vehicle registered in 2003, it typically does not meet the Euro 4 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is NC03 UPY?
NC03 UPY is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.