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 21 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 6 (71% pass rate). It has 132,005 miles on the clock, averaging 6,933 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 SA03 HWE
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 132,005 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 2,004 |
| Average per year | 6,933 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 21 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 | SA03 HWE |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SA — Glasgow, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 03 — March 2003 to August 2003 |
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About SA03 HWE
What car is SA03 HWE?
SA03 HWE is an red Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Glasgow in 2003.
What is the mileage of SA03 HWE?
The last recorded mileage for SA03 HWE was 132,005 miles, recorded on 6 Sep 2021 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SA03 HWE passed its MOT?
SA03 HWE has had 21 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (15 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 6 Sep 2021.
Is SA03 HWE ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SA03 HWE 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 SA03 HWE?
SA03 HWE is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.