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 19 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 6 (68% pass rate). It has 161,925 miles on the clock, averaging 9,497 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 YM03 OEB
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 161,925 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 573 |
| Average per year | 9,497 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 19 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 | YM03 OEB |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | YM — Sheffield, Yorkshire |
| Age identifier | 03 — March 2003 to August 2003 |
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About YM03 OEB
What car is YM03 OEB?
YM03 OEB is a red Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Sheffield in 2003.
What is the mileage of YM03 OEB?
The last recorded mileage for YM03 OEB was 161,925 miles, recorded on 18 May 2018 during its most recent MOT test.
Has YM03 OEB passed its MOT?
YM03 OEB has had 19 MOT tests with a 68% pass rate (13 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 18 May 2018.
Is YM03 OEB ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, YM03 OEB 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 YM03 OEB?
YM03 OEB is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.