Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2003 Volkswagen Golf Petrol 1598cc has had 20 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 6 (70% pass rate). It has 105,995 miles on the clock, averaging 5,211 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 YL03 DWC
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 105,995 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 5,211 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 20 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | YL03 DWC |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | YL — Sheffield, Yorkshire |
| Age identifier | 03 — March 2003 to August 2003 |
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About YL03 DWC
What car is YL03 DWC?
YL03 DWC is a black Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Sheffield in 2003.
What is the mileage of YL03 DWC?
The last recorded mileage for YL03 DWC was 105,995 miles, recorded on 5 Feb 2021 during its most recent MOT test.
Has YL03 DWC passed its MOT?
YL03 DWC has had 20 MOT tests with a 70% pass rate (14 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 5 Feb 2021.
Is YL03 DWC ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, YL03 DWC 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 YL03 DWC?
YL03 DWC is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.