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
RA03 NJE

2003 Volkswagen Golf · Diesel · 1896cc

Beige Registered in Reading, Reading · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2003
FuelDiesel
Engine1896cc
ColourBeige
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 11 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 3 (73% pass rate). It has 179,671 miles on the clock, averaging 10,967 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 RA03 NJE

MOT Status
Due date passed
179,671
Last Mileage
Recorded
11
Total Tests
Since 2006
73%
Pass Rate
8 passed, 3 failed

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

3

MOT failures recorded

Out of 11 tests on record
10,967

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading179,671 miles
Reading date
Miles last year14,131
Average per year10,967
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for RA03 NJE 74k100k127k153k180k '06'16'10

Check RA03 NJE

Full MOT Test History 11 tests on record

PASS
Mileage179,671 miles
Since last MOT+14,131 miles
PASS
Mileage165,540 miles
Since last MOT+12,408 miles
PASS
Mileage153,132 miles
Since last MOT+8,896 miles
FAIL
Mileage144,236 miles
Since last MOT+9,203 miles
PASS
Mileage135,033 miles
Since last MOT+9,961 miles
PASS
Mileage125,072 miles
Since last MOT+11,230 miles
PASS
Mileage113,842 miles
Since last MOT+9,394 miles
FAIL
Mileage104,448 miles
Since last MOT+10,727 miles
PASS
Mileage93,721 miles
Since last MOT+19,685 miles
PASS
Mileage74,036 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage74,036 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

RegistrationRA03 NJE
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
ColourBeige
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1896cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeRA — Reading, Reading
Age identifier03 — March 2003 to August 2003

More RA03 N plates

Browse all RA03 N registrations from Reading.

About RA03 NJE

What car is RA03 NJE?

RA03 NJE is an beige Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Reading in 2003.

What is the mileage of RA03 NJE?

The last recorded mileage for RA03 NJE was 179,671 miles, recorded on 18 Jan 2016 during its most recent MOT test.

Has RA03 NJE passed its MOT?

RA03 NJE has had 11 MOT tests with a 73% pass rate (8 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 18 Jan 2016.

Is RA03 NJE ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, RA03 NJE 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 RA03 NJE?

RA03 NJE is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.