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 23 MOT tests on record, passing 17 and failing 6 (74% pass rate). It has 187,018 miles on the clock, averaging 9,867 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 NL03 OJW
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 187,018 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 9,149 |
| Average per year | 9,867 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 23 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 | NL03 OJW |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | NL — Newcastle, North |
| Age identifier | 03 — March 2003 to August 2003 |
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About NL03 OJW
What car is NL03 OJW?
NL03 OJW is an red Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Newcastle in 2003.
What is the mileage of NL03 OJW?
The last recorded mileage for NL03 OJW was 187,018 miles, recorded on 3 Sep 2022 during its most recent MOT test.
Has NL03 OJW passed its MOT?
NL03 OJW has had 23 MOT tests with a 74% pass rate (17 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 3 Sep 2022.
Is NL03 OJW ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, NL03 OJW 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 NL03 OJW?
NL03 OJW is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.