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 16 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 4 (75% pass rate). It has 177,164 miles on the clock, averaging 10,127 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 XLP
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 177,164 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 9,155 |
| Average per year | 10,127 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 16 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 | RA03 XLP |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | RA — Reading, Reading |
| Age identifier | 03 — March 2003 to August 2003 |
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About RA03 XLP
What car is RA03 XLP?
RA03 XLP is an black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Reading in 2003.
What is the mileage of RA03 XLP?
The last recorded mileage for RA03 XLP was 177,164 miles, recorded on 2 Oct 2018 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RA03 XLP passed its MOT?
RA03 XLP has had 16 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (12 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 2 Oct 2018.
Is RA03 XLP ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RA03 XLP 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 XLP?
RA03 XLP is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.