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 19 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 7 (63% pass rate). It has 165,374 miles on the clock, averaging 11,131 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 VA03 SHJ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 165,374 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 96 |
| Average per year | 11,131 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 19 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 | VA03 SHJ |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | VA — Worcester, Severn Valley |
| Age identifier | 03 — March 2003 to August 2003 |
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About VA03 SHJ
What car is VA03 SHJ?
VA03 SHJ is a black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Worcester in 2003.
What is the mileage of VA03 SHJ?
The last recorded mileage for VA03 SHJ was 165,374 miles, recorded on 3 Nov 2016 during its most recent MOT test.
Has VA03 SHJ passed its MOT?
VA03 SHJ has had 19 MOT tests with a 63% pass rate (12 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 3 Nov 2016.
Is VA03 SHJ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, VA03 SHJ 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 VA03 SHJ?
VA03 SHJ is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.