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 13 and failing 3 (81% pass rate). It has 144,910 miles on the clock, averaging 8,043 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400. The 1.9 TDI engine is known for turbocharger vnt actuator.
MOT & Mileage History for VA03 UBT
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 144,910 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 117 |
| Average per year | 8,043 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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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 | VA03 UBT |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| 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 UBT
What car is VA03 UBT?
VA03 UBT is a blue Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Worcester in 2003.
What is the mileage of VA03 UBT?
The last recorded mileage for VA03 UBT was 144,910 miles, recorded on 12 Jun 2018 during its most recent MOT test.
Has VA03 UBT passed its MOT?
VA03 UBT has had 16 MOT tests with an 81% pass rate (13 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 12 Jun 2018.
Is VA03 UBT ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, VA03 UBT 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 UBT?
VA03 UBT is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.