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 22 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 7 (68% pass rate). It has 88,469 miles on the clock, averaging 5,083 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 SH03 OXU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 88,469 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 7,601 |
| Average per year | 5,083 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 22 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 | SH03 OXU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | White |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SH — Glasgow, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 03 — March 2003 to August 2003 |
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About SH03 OXU
What car is SH03 OXU?
SH03 OXU is an white Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Glasgow in 2003.
What is the mileage of SH03 OXU?
The last recorded mileage for SH03 OXU was 88,469 miles, recorded on 23 Oct 2020 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SH03 OXU passed its MOT?
SH03 OXU has had 22 MOT tests with a 68% pass rate (15 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 23 Oct 2020.
Is SH03 OXU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SH03 OXU 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 SH03 OXU?
SH03 OXU is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.