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 22 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 9 (59% pass rate). It has 169,134 miles on the clock, averaging 9,527 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 YGA
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 169,134 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 5,387 |
| Average per year | 9,527 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 22 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 YGA |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| 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 YGA
What car is NL03 YGA?
NL03 YGA is an blue Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Newcastle in 2003.
What is the mileage of NL03 YGA?
The last recorded mileage for NL03 YGA was 169,134 miles, recorded on 7 Mar 2020 during its most recent MOT test.
Has NL03 YGA passed its MOT?
NL03 YGA has had 22 MOT tests with a 59% pass rate (13 passes, 9 failures). It last passed on 7 Mar 2020.
Is NL03 YGA ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, NL03 YGA 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 YGA?
NL03 YGA is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.