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 Petrol 2792cc has had 26 MOT tests on record, passing 19 and failing 7 (73% pass rate). It has 103,751 miles on the clock, averaging 4,384 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400. The 2.8 VR6 engine is known for aqp/aue and component.
MOT & Mileage History for RL03 LSU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 103,751 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 1,247 |
| Average per year | 4,384 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 26 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | RL03 LSU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 2792cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | RL — Reading, Reading |
| Age identifier | 03 — March 2003 to August 2003 |
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About RL03 LSU
What car is RL03 LSU?
RL03 LSU is an silver Volkswagen Golf, petrol (2792cc). First registered in Reading in 2003.
What is the mileage of RL03 LSU?
The last recorded mileage for RL03 LSU was 103,751 miles, recorded on 8 May 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RL03 LSU passed its MOT?
RL03 LSU has had 26 MOT tests with a 73% pass rate (19 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 8 May 2026.
Is RL03 LSU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RL03 LSU is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a petrol vehicle registered in 2003, it typically does not meet the Euro 4 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is RL03 LSU?
RL03 LSU is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.