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 18 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 7 (61% pass rate). It has 173,202 miles on the clock, averaging 10,030 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 OY03 UWZ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 173,202 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 1 |
| Average per year | 10,030 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 18 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Volkswagen Golf
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | OY03 UWZ |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | OY — Oxford, Oxford |
| Age identifier | 03 — March 2003 to August 2003 |
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About OY03 UWZ
What car is OY03 UWZ?
OY03 UWZ is an grey Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Oxford in 2003.
What is the mileage of OY03 UWZ?
The last recorded mileage for OY03 UWZ was 173,202 miles, recorded on 16 Mar 2016 during its most recent MOT test.
Has OY03 UWZ passed its MOT?
OY03 UWZ has had 18 MOT tests with a 61% pass rate (11 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 16 Mar 2016.
Is OY03 UWZ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, OY03 UWZ 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 OY03 UWZ?
OY03 UWZ is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.