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 142,177 miles on the clock, averaging 6,294 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 SB03 MXF
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 142,177 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 2,169 |
| Average per year | 6,294 |
| 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 | SB03 MXF |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Beige |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SB — Glasgow, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 03 — March 2003 to August 2003 |
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About SB03 MXF
What car is SB03 MXF?
SB03 MXF is an beige Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Glasgow in 2003.
What is the mileage of SB03 MXF?
The last recorded mileage for SB03 MXF was 142,177 miles, recorded on 1 Dec 2020 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SB03 MXF passed its MOT?
SB03 MXF has had 21 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (15 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 1 Dec 2020.
Is SB03 MXF ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SB03 MXF 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 SB03 MXF?
SB03 MXF is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.