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 27 MOT tests on record, passing 20 and failing 7 (74% pass rate). It has 275,808 miles on the clock, averaging 12,879 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 YS03 CAX
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 275,808 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 2,183 |
| Average per year | 12,879 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 27 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 | YS03 CAX |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | YS — Sheffield, Yorkshire |
| Age identifier | 03 — March 2003 to August 2003 |
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About YS03 CAX
What car is YS03 CAX?
YS03 CAX is a black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Sheffield in 2003.
What is the mileage of YS03 CAX?
The last recorded mileage for YS03 CAX was 275,808 miles, recorded on 6 Nov 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has YS03 CAX passed its MOT?
YS03 CAX has had 27 MOT tests with a 74% pass rate (20 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 6 Nov 2025.
Is YS03 CAX ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, YS03 CAX 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 YS03 CAX?
YS03 CAX is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.