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 16 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 3 (81% pass rate). It has 169,808 miles on the clock, averaging 9,724 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 MX03 SYU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 169,808 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 5,607 |
| Average per year | 9,724 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 16 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 | MX03 SYU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | MX — Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside |
| Age identifier | 03 — March 2003 to August 2003 |
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About MX03 SYU
What car is MX03 SYU?
MX03 SYU is an grey Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Manchester in 2003.
What is the mileage of MX03 SYU?
The last recorded mileage for MX03 SYU was 169,808 miles, recorded on 2 Dec 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has MX03 SYU passed its MOT?
MX03 SYU has had 16 MOT tests with an 81% pass rate (13 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 2 Dec 2019.
Is MX03 SYU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, MX03 SYU 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 MX03 SYU?
MX03 SYU is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.