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 8 MOT tests on record, passing 7 and failing once (88% pass rate). It has 128,592 miles on the clock, averaging 11,698 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 XGG
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 128,592 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 7,707 |
| Average per year | 11,698 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 8 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 XGG |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| 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 XGG
What car is PL03 XGG?
PL03 XGG is a blue Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Preston in 2003.
What is the mileage of PL03 XGG?
The last recorded mileage for PL03 XGG was 128,592 miles, recorded on 1 Jul 2013 during its most recent MOT test.
Has PL03 XGG passed its MOT?
PL03 XGG has had 8 MOT tests with an 88% pass rate (7 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 1 Jul 2013.
Is PL03 XGG ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, PL03 XGG 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 XGG?
PL03 XGG is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.