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 15 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 3 (80% pass rate). It has 204,888 miles on the clock, averaging 13,761 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 TZS
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 204,888 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 17 |
| Average per year | 13,761 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 15 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 TZS |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| 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 TZS
What car is PL03 TZS?
PL03 TZS is a black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Preston in 2003.
What is the mileage of PL03 TZS?
The last recorded mileage for PL03 TZS was 204,888 miles, recorded on 6 Mar 2018 during its most recent MOT test.
Has PL03 TZS passed its MOT?
PL03 TZS has had 15 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (12 passes, 3 failures). It last was tested on 6 Mar 2018.
Is PL03 TZS ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, PL03 TZS 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 TZS?
PL03 TZS is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.