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 22 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 8 (64% pass rate). It has 180,240 miles on the clock, averaging 10,436 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 YB03 UCS
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 180,240 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 10,436 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 22 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 | YB03 UCS |
| 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 UCS
What car is YB03 UCS?
YB03 UCS is a black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Leeds in 2003.
What is the mileage of YB03 UCS?
The last recorded mileage for YB03 UCS was 180,240 miles, recorded on 19 Oct 2020 during its most recent MOT test.
Has YB03 UCS passed its MOT?
YB03 UCS has had 22 MOT tests with a 64% pass rate (14 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 19 Oct 2020.
Is YB03 UCS ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, YB03 UCS 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 UCS?
YB03 UCS is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.