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 20 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 6 (70% pass rate). It has 220,783 miles on the clock, averaging 9,321 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 URM
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 220,783 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 6,989 |
| Average per year | 9,321 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 20 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 URM |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| 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 URM
What car is NC03 URM?
NC03 URM is an silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Newcastle in 2003.
What is the mileage of NC03 URM?
The last recorded mileage for NC03 URM was 220,783 miles, recorded on 17 Jun 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has NC03 URM passed its MOT?
NC03 URM has had 20 MOT tests with a 70% pass rate (14 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 17 Jun 2019.
Is NC03 URM ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, NC03 URM 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 URM?
NC03 URM is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.