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 11 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing once (91% pass rate). It has 221,933 miles on the clock, averaging 17,868 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 PK03 RYD
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 221,933 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 17,868 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 11 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 | PK03 RYD |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | PK — Preston, Preston |
| Age identifier | 03 — March 2003 to August 2003 |
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About PK03 RYD
What car is PK03 RYD?
PK03 RYD is a silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Preston in 2003.
What is the mileage of PK03 RYD?
The last recorded mileage for PK03 RYD was 221,933 miles, recorded on 4 Nov 2015 during its most recent MOT test.
Has PK03 RYD passed its MOT?
PK03 RYD has had 11 MOT tests with an 91% pass rate (10 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 4 Nov 2015.
Is PK03 RYD ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, PK03 RYD 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 PK03 RYD?
PK03 RYD is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.