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 15 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 4 (73% pass rate). It has 171,459 miles on the clock, averaging 13,687 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 PY03 AYC
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 171,459 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 521 |
| Average per year | 13,687 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 15 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 | PY03 AYC |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | PY — Carlisle, Preston |
| Age identifier | 03 — March 2003 to August 2003 |
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About PY03 AYC
What car is PY03 AYC?
PY03 AYC is a black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Carlisle in 2003.
What is the mileage of PY03 AYC?
The last recorded mileage for PY03 AYC was 171,459 miles, recorded on 5 Mar 2016 during its most recent MOT test.
Has PY03 AYC passed its MOT?
PY03 AYC has had 15 MOT tests with a 73% pass rate (11 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 5 Mar 2016.
Is PY03 AYC ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, PY03 AYC 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 PY03 AYC?
PY03 AYC is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.