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 16 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 4 (75% pass rate). It has 178,928 miles on the clock, averaging 12,741 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 SD03 RUW
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 178,928 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 600 |
| Average per year | 12,741 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 16 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 | SD03 RUW |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SD — Glasgow, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 03 — March 2003 to August 2003 |
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About SD03 RUW
What car is SD03 RUW?
SD03 RUW is an silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Glasgow in 2003.
What is the mileage of SD03 RUW?
The last recorded mileage for SD03 RUW was 178,928 miles, recorded on 28 Feb 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SD03 RUW passed its MOT?
SD03 RUW has had 16 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (12 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 28 Feb 2017.
Is SD03 RUW ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SD03 RUW 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 SD03 RUW?
SD03 RUW is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.