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 17 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 7 (59% pass rate). It has 219,158 miles on the clock, averaging 9,685 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 WP03 YRU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 219,158 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 7,962 |
| Average per year | 9,685 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 17 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 | WP03 YRU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | WP — Bristol, West of England |
| Age identifier | 03 — March 2003 to August 2003 |
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About WP03 YRU
What car is WP03 YRU?
WP03 YRU is a silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Bristol in 2003.
What is the mileage of WP03 YRU?
The last recorded mileage for WP03 YRU was 219,158 miles, recorded on 5 Jul 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has WP03 YRU passed its MOT?
WP03 YRU has had 17 MOT tests with a 59% pass rate (10 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 5 Jul 2017.
Is WP03 YRU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, WP03 YRU 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 WP03 YRU?
WP03 YRU is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.