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 13 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 2 (85% pass rate). It has 162,810 miles on the clock, averaging 10,537 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 WKU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 162,810 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 8,796 |
| Average per year | 10,537 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 13 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 | PJ03 WKU |
| 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 WKU
What car is PJ03 WKU?
PJ03 WKU is a grey Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Preston in 2003.
What is the mileage of PJ03 WKU?
The last recorded mileage for PJ03 WKU was 162,810 miles, recorded on 19 Jul 2016 during its most recent MOT test.
Has PJ03 WKU passed its MOT?
PJ03 WKU has had 13 MOT tests with an 85% pass rate (11 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 19 Jul 2016.
Is PJ03 WKU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, PJ03 WKU 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 WKU?
PJ03 WKU is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.