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 30 MOT tests on record, passing 20 and failing 10 (67% pass rate). It has 159,801 miles on the clock, averaging 6,619 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.9 TDI engine is known for turbocharger vnt actuator.
MOT & Mileage History for PL03 TZZ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 159,801 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 11 |
| Average per year | 6,619 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 30 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 TZZ |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | White |
| 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 TZZ
What car is PL03 TZZ?
PL03 TZZ is a white Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Preston in 2003.
What is the mileage of PL03 TZZ?
The last recorded mileage for PL03 TZZ was 159,801 miles, recorded on 15 Apr 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has PL03 TZZ passed its MOT?
PL03 TZZ has had 30 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (20 passes, 10 failures). It last passed on 15 Apr 2025.
Is PL03 TZZ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, PL03 TZZ 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 TZZ?
PL03 TZZ is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.