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 22 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 8 (64% pass rate). It has 187,917 miles on the clock, averaging 10,586 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 BG03 SXT
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 187,917 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 6 |
| Average per year | 10,586 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 22 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 | BG03 SXT |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BG — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 03 — March 2003 to August 2003 |
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About BG03 SXT
What car is BG03 SXT?
BG03 SXT is a black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2003.
What is the mileage of BG03 SXT?
The last recorded mileage for BG03 SXT was 187,917 miles, recorded on 27 Jan 2021 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BG03 SXT passed its MOT?
BG03 SXT has had 22 MOT tests with a 64% pass rate (14 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 27 Jan 2021.
Is BG03 SXT ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BG03 SXT 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 BG03 SXT?
BG03 SXT is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.