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 31 MOT tests on record, passing 19 and failing 12 (61% pass rate). It has 168,932 miles on the clock, averaging 6,551 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.9 TDI engine is known for turbocharger vnt actuator.
MOT & Mileage History for PE03 LML
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 168,932 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 18,763 |
| Average per year | 6,551 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 31 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 LML |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| 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 LML
What car is PE03 LML?
PE03 LML is a black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Preston in 2003.
What is the mileage of PE03 LML?
The last recorded mileage for PE03 LML was 168,932 miles, recorded on 6 Oct 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has PE03 LML passed its MOT?
PE03 LML has had 31 MOT tests with a 61% pass rate (19 passes, 12 failures). It last passed on 6 Oct 2025.
Is PE03 LML ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, PE03 LML 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 LML?
PE03 LML is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.