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 14 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 3 (79% pass rate). It has 192,524 miles on the clock, averaging 14,020 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 PL03 RGZ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 192,524 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 14,020 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 14 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 | PL03 RGZ |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | PL — Preston, Preston |
| Age identifier | 03 — March 2003 to August 2003 |
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About PL03 RGZ
What car is PL03 RGZ?
PL03 RGZ is a silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Preston in 2003.
What is the mileage of PL03 RGZ?
The last recorded mileage for PL03 RGZ was 192,524 miles, recorded on 30 Nov 2016 during its most recent MOT test.
Has PL03 RGZ passed its MOT?
PL03 RGZ has had 14 MOT tests with a 79% pass rate (11 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 30 Nov 2016.
Is PL03 RGZ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, PL03 RGZ 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 PL03 RGZ?
PL03 RGZ is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.