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 14 and failing 10 (58% pass rate). The 1.9 TDI engine is known for turbocharger vnt actuator.
MOT & Mileage History for YK03 BCV
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Gaps in MOT history
Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 178,558 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 11,086 |
| 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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Turbocharger VNT actuator (vacuum-operated, part-specific to PD turbos like K03/K04 variants)
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | YK03 BCV |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | YK — Leeds, Yorkshire |
| Age identifier | 03 — March 2003 to August 2003 |
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About YK03 BCV
What car is YK03 BCV?
YK03 BCV is a grey Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Leeds in 2003.
Has YK03 BCV passed its MOT?
YK03 BCV has had 24 MOT tests with a 58% pass rate (14 passes, 10 failures). It last passed on 23 Oct 2020.
Is YK03 BCV ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, YK03 BCV 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 YK03 BCV?
YK03 BCV is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.