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 Petrol 1598cc has had 18 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 3 (83% pass rate). It has 127,627 miles on the clock, averaging 5,613 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.6 engine is known for check dvsa recall data directly and search specialist vag forums.
MOT & Mileage History for VW03 VLW
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 127,627 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 9,319 |
| Average per year | 5,613 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 18 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | VW03 VLW |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | VW — Worcester, Severn Valley |
| Age identifier | 03 — March 2003 to August 2003 |
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About VW03 VLW
What car is VW03 VLW?
VW03 VLW is a silver Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Worcester in 2003.
What is the mileage of VW03 VLW?
The last recorded mileage for VW03 VLW was 127,627 miles, recorded on 16 Feb 2021 during its most recent MOT test.
Has VW03 VLW passed its MOT?
VW03 VLW has had 18 MOT tests with an 83% pass rate (15 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 16 Feb 2021.
Is VW03 VLW ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, VW03 VLW is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a petrol vehicle registered in 2003, it typically does not meet the Euro 4 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is VW03 VLW?
VW03 VLW is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.