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 13 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 3 (77% pass rate). It has 138,512 miles on the clock, averaging 9,599 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 XGM
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 138,512 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 7,513 |
| Average per year | 9,599 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 13 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 XGM |
| 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 XGM
What car is PL03 XGM?
PL03 XGM is a black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Preston in 2003.
What is the mileage of PL03 XGM?
The last recorded mileage for PL03 XGM was 138,512 miles, recorded on 7 Jul 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has PL03 XGM passed its MOT?
PL03 XGM has had 13 MOT tests with a 77% pass rate (10 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 7 Jul 2017.
Is PL03 XGM ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, PL03 XGM 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 XGM?
PL03 XGM is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.