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 13 and failing 7 (65% pass rate). It has 187,480 miles on the clock, averaging 10,795 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 SA03 OLG
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 187,480 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 10,795 |
| 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 | SA03 OLG |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| 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 OLG
What car is SA03 OLG?
SA03 OLG is an black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Glasgow in 2003.
What is the mileage of SA03 OLG?
The last recorded mileage for SA03 OLG was 187,480 miles, recorded on 2 Jan 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SA03 OLG passed its MOT?
SA03 OLG has had 20 MOT tests with a 65% pass rate (13 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 2 Jan 2019.
Is SA03 OLG ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SA03 OLG 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 OLG?
SA03 OLG is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.