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 24 MOT tests on record, passing 20 and failing 4 (83% pass rate). It has 139,431 miles on the clock, averaging 4,890 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.9 TDI engine is known for turbocharger vnt actuator.
MOT & Mileage History for YB03 EFU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 139,431 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 2,513 |
| Average per year | 4,890 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 24 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Volkswagen Golf
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | YB03 EFU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | YB — Leeds, Yorkshire |
| Age identifier | 03 — March 2003 to August 2003 |
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About YB03 EFU
What car is YB03 EFU?
YB03 EFU is a black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Leeds in 2003.
What is the mileage of YB03 EFU?
The last recorded mileage for YB03 EFU was 139,431 miles, recorded on 16 Jan 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has YB03 EFU passed its MOT?
YB03 EFU has had 24 MOT tests with an 83% pass rate (20 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 16 Jan 2026.
Is YB03 EFU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, YB03 EFU 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 YB03 EFU?
YB03 EFU is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.