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 33 MOT tests on record, passing 21 and failing 12 (64% pass rate). It has 131,310 miles on the clock, averaging 4,817 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.9 TDI engine is known for turbocharger vnt actuator.
MOT & Mileage History for PE03 LBA
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Average miles/year
Gap in MOT history
Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 131,310 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 4,817 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 33 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 | PE03 LBA |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Green |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | PE — Preston, Preston |
| Age identifier | 03 — March 2003 to August 2003 |
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About PE03 LBA
What car is PE03 LBA?
PE03 LBA is a green Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Preston in 2003.
What is the mileage of PE03 LBA?
The last recorded mileage for PE03 LBA was 131,310 miles, recorded on 8 May 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has PE03 LBA passed its MOT?
PE03 LBA has had 33 MOT tests with a 64% pass rate (21 passes, 12 failures). It last passed on 8 May 2026.
Is PE03 LBA ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, PE03 LBA 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 PE03 LBA?
PE03 LBA is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.