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 20 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 5 (75% pass rate). It has 204,169 miles on the clock, averaging 12,433 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 RV03 EXS
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Average miles/year
Gap in MOT history
Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 204,169 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 12,433 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 20 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Volkswagen Golf
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | RV03 EXS |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | RV — Reading, Reading |
| Age identifier | 03 — March 2003 to August 2003 |
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About RV03 EXS
What car is RV03 EXS?
RV03 EXS is an silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Reading in 2003.
What is the mileage of RV03 EXS?
The last recorded mileage for RV03 EXS was 204,169 miles, recorded on 15 Jan 2021 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RV03 EXS passed its MOT?
RV03 EXS has had 20 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (15 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 15 Jan 2021.
Is RV03 EXS ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RV03 EXS 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 RV03 EXS?
RV03 EXS is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.