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 12 and failing 8 (60% pass rate). It has 130,588 miles on the clock, averaging 6,286 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.9 TDI engine is known for turbocharger vnt actuator.
MOT & Mileage History for RV03 YUW
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 130,588 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 6,286 |
| 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 YUW |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| 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 YUW
What car is RV03 YUW?
RV03 YUW is an blue Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Reading in 2003.
What is the mileage of RV03 YUW?
The last recorded mileage for RV03 YUW was 130,588 miles, recorded on 2 Mar 2021 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RV03 YUW passed its MOT?
RV03 YUW has had 20 MOT tests with a 60% pass rate (12 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 2 Mar 2021.
Is RV03 YUW ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RV03 YUW 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 YUW?
RV03 YUW is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.