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 19 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 6 (68% pass rate). It has 173,921 miles on the clock, averaging 10,112 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 PA03 DBX
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 173,921 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 189 |
| Average per year | 10,112 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 19 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 | PA03 DBX |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | PA — Preston, Preston |
| Age identifier | 03 — March 2003 to August 2003 |
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About PA03 DBX
What car is PA03 DBX?
PA03 DBX is a silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Preston in 2003.
What is the mileage of PA03 DBX?
The last recorded mileage for PA03 DBX was 173,921 miles, recorded on 10 May 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has PA03 DBX passed its MOT?
PA03 DBX has had 19 MOT tests with a 68% pass rate (13 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 10 May 2019.
Is PA03 DBX ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, PA03 DBX 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 PA03 DBX?
PA03 DBX is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.