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
PX03 XHR

2003 Volkswagen Golf · Petrol · 1390cc

Green Registered in Carlisle, Preston · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2003
FuelPetrol
Engine1390cc
ColourGreen
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantPetrol pre-2006
Est. Annual Tax£130–£165

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 Petrol 1390cc has had 29 MOT tests on record, passing 20 and failing 9 (69% pass rate). It has 163,905 miles on the clock, averaging 7,030 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.4 engine is known for sparse fault data.

MOT & Mileage History for PX03 XHR

MOT Status
Due date passed
163,905
Last Mileage
Recorded
29
Total Tests
Since 2006
69%
Pass Rate
20 passed, 9 failed

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

9

MOT failures recorded

Out of 29 tests on record
7,030

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading163,905 miles
Reading date
Average per year7,030
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for PX03 XHR 30k63k97k130k164k '06'25'17

Check PX03 XHR

Full MOT Test History 29 tests on record

PASS
Mileage163,905 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage163,905 miles
Since last MOT+1,596 miles
PASS
Mileage162,309 miles
Since last MOT+1,100 miles
PASS
Mileage161,209 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage161,209 miles
Since last MOT+1,563 miles
PASS
Mileage159,646 miles
Since last MOT+1,995 miles
PASS
Mileage157,651 miles
Since last MOT+20 miles
FAIL
Mileage157,631 miles
Since last MOT+1,506 miles
PASS
Mileage156,125 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage156,125 miles
Since last MOT+886 miles
PASS
Mileage155,239 miles
Since last MOT+802 miles
PASS
Mileage154,437 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage154,436 miles
Since last MOT+1,451 miles
PASS
Mileage152,985 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage152,984 miles
Since last MOT+1,398 miles
PASS
Mileage151,586 miles
Since last MOT+1,423 miles
PASS
Mileage150,163 miles
Since last MOT+1,603 miles
PASS
Mileage148,560 miles
Since last MOT+7,305 miles
PASS
Mileage141,255 miles
Since last MOT+4 miles
FAIL
Mileage141,251 miles
Since last MOT+16,615 miles
PASS
Mileage124,636 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage124,636 miles
Since last MOT+23,706 miles
PASS
Mileage100,930 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage100,930 miles
Since last MOT+21,900 miles
PASS
Mileage79,030 miles
Since last MOT+17,101 miles
PASS
Mileage61,929 miles
Since last MOT+13,283 miles
PASS
Mileage48,646 miles
Since last MOT+9,903 miles
PASS
Mileage38,743 miles
Since last MOT+9,053 miles
PASS
Mileage29,690 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.

Sparse Fault Data

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

RegistrationPX03 XHR
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1390cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codePX — Carlisle, Preston
Age identifier03 — March 2003 to August 2003

More PX03 X plates

Browse all PX03 X registrations from Carlisle.

About PX03 XHR

What car is PX03 XHR?

PX03 XHR is a green Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Carlisle in 2003.

What is the mileage of PX03 XHR?

The last recorded mileage for PX03 XHR was 163,905 miles, recorded on 25 Mar 2025 during its most recent MOT test.

Has PX03 XHR passed its MOT?

PX03 XHR has had 29 MOT tests with a 69% pass rate (20 passes, 9 failures). It last passed on 25 Mar 2025.

Is PX03 XHR ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, PX03 XHR is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a petrol vehicle registered in 2003, it typically does not meet the Euro 4 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.

How old is PX03 XHR?

PX03 XHR is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.