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 31 MOT tests on record, passing 21 and failing 10 (68% pass rate). It has 172,785 miles on the clock, averaging 6,821 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.9 TDI engine is known for turbocharger vnt actuator.
MOT & Mileage History for VE03 UGZ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Average miles/year
Gap in MOT history
Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 172,785 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 6,821 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 31 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 | VE03 UGZ |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | VE — Worcester, Severn Valley |
| Age identifier | 03 — March 2003 to August 2003 |
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About VE03 UGZ
What car is VE03 UGZ?
VE03 UGZ is a silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Worcester in 2003.
What is the mileage of VE03 UGZ?
The last recorded mileage for VE03 UGZ was 172,785 miles, recorded on 30 Jun 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has VE03 UGZ passed its MOT?
VE03 UGZ has had 31 MOT tests with a 68% pass rate (21 passes, 10 failures). It last passed on 30 Jun 2026.
Is VE03 UGZ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, VE03 UGZ 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 VE03 UGZ?
VE03 UGZ is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.