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 15 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 3 (80% pass rate). It has 197,366 miles on the clock, averaging 7,533 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400. The 1.9 TDI engine is known for turbocharger vnt actuator.
MOT & Mileage History for YS03 VJL
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 197,366 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 5,376 |
| Average per year | 7,533 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 15 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 VJL |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| 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 VJL
What car is YS03 VJL?
YS03 VJL is a silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Sheffield in 2003.
What is the mileage of YS03 VJL?
The last recorded mileage for YS03 VJL was 197,366 miles, recorded on 19 Feb 2018 during its most recent MOT test.
Has YS03 VJL passed its MOT?
YS03 VJL has had 15 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (12 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 19 Feb 2018.
Is YS03 VJL ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, YS03 VJL 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 VJL?
YS03 VJL is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.