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 16 and failing 3 (84% pass rate). It has 165,196 miles on the clock, averaging 9,099 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 PJ03 GCU
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
Above average| Latest reading | 165,196 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 9,099 |
| 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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Vehicle Details
| Registration | PJ03 GCU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | PJ — Preston, Preston |
| Age identifier | 03 — March 2003 to August 2003 |
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About PJ03 GCU
What car is PJ03 GCU?
PJ03 GCU is a grey Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Preston in 2003.
What is the mileage of PJ03 GCU?
The last recorded mileage for PJ03 GCU was 165,196 miles, recorded on 4 Jun 2020 during its most recent MOT test.
Has PJ03 GCU passed its MOT?
PJ03 GCU has had 19 MOT tests with an 84% pass rate (16 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 4 Jun 2020.
Is PJ03 GCU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, PJ03 GCU 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 PJ03 GCU?
PJ03 GCU is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.