Free MOT Check →Full MOT history & mileage Service History £6.99 →Full refund if no data found Full Car Check £7.49 →Crashed, financed & ownership data by Experian
PL03 YMR

2003 Volkswagen Golf · Diesel · 1896cc

Black Registered in Preston, Preston · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2003
FuelDiesel
Engine1896cc
ColourBlack
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantDiesel pre-2015
Est. Annual Tax£165–£265

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 14 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 2 (86% pass rate). It has 229,277 miles on the clock, averaging 11,999 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 YMR

MOT Status
Due date passed
229,277
Last Mileage
Recorded
14
Total Tests
Since 2006
86%
Pass Rate
12 passed, 2 failed

Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.

2

MOT failures recorded

Out of 14 tests on record
11,999

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading229,277 miles
Reading date
Average per year11,999
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for PL03 YMR 90k125k159k194k229k '06'18'12

Check PL03 YMR

Full MOT Test History 14 tests on record

PASS
Mileage229,277 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage229,277 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
PASS
Mileage229,275 miles
Since last MOTRetest
PASS
Mileage229,275 miles
Since last MOT+5,458 miles
PASS
Mileage223,817 miles
Since last MOT+9,886 miles
PASS
Mileage213,931 miles
Since last MOT+14,881 miles
PASS
Mileage199,050 miles
Since last MOT+230 miles
FAIL
Mileage198,820 miles
Since last MOT+16,341 miles
PASS
Mileage182,479 miles
Since last MOT+23,454 miles
PASS
Mileage159,025 miles
Since last MOT+12,919 miles
PASS
Mileage146,106 miles
Since last MOT+12,897 miles
PASS
Mileage133,209 miles
Since last MOT+16,200 miles
PASS
Mileage117,009 miles
Since last MOT+27,327 miles
PASS
Mileage89,682 miles

Similar cars to consider

Buyers comparing the Volkswagen Golf often also look at these models. Check their MOT history and reliability before deciding:

🔧 Reported issues for this Volkswagen Golf

These are the most commonly reported problems on Volkswagen Golf models (1997–2004), based on owner reports and workshop data across the UK.

Turbocharger VNT actuator (vacuum-operated, part-specific to PD turbos like K03/K04 variants)

Read our Volkswagen Golf Buyer's Guide →

Common faults, what to check, and what to pay

Explore more about the Volkswagen Golf

Thinking about buying this car? These resources will help you make an informed decision.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationPL03 YMR
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1896cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codePL — Preston, Preston
Age identifier03 — March 2003 to August 2003

More PL03 Y plates

Browse all PL03 Y registrations from Preston.

About PL03 YMR

What car is PL03 YMR?

PL03 YMR is a black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Preston in 2003.

What is the mileage of PL03 YMR?

The last recorded mileage for PL03 YMR was 229,277 miles, recorded on 12 Feb 2018 during its most recent MOT test.

Has PL03 YMR passed its MOT?

PL03 YMR has had 14 MOT tests with an 86% pass rate (12 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 12 Feb 2018.

Is PL03 YMR ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, PL03 YMR 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 YMR?

PL03 YMR is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.