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 21 MOT tests on record, passing 17 and failing 4 (81% pass rate). It has 162,317 miles on the clock, averaging 7,362 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 XYB
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 162,317 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 10,218 |
| Average per year | 7,362 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 21 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 XYB |
| 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 XYB
What car is PL03 XYB?
PL03 XYB is a black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Preston in 2003.
What is the mileage of PL03 XYB?
The last recorded mileage for PL03 XYB was 162,317 miles, recorded on 6 Dec 2022 during its most recent MOT test.
Has PL03 XYB passed its MOT?
PL03 XYB has had 21 MOT tests with an 81% pass rate (17 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 6 Dec 2022.
Is PL03 XYB ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, PL03 XYB 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 XYB?
PL03 XYB is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.