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 25 MOT tests on record, passing 17 and failing 8 (68% pass rate). It has 51,702 miles on the clock, averaging 2,016 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.9 TDI engine is known for turbocharger vnt actuator.
MOT & Mileage History for SK03 GWU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 51,702 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | -74,334 |
| Average per year | 2,016 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 25 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 | SK03 GWU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SK — Edinburgh, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 03 — March 2003 to August 2003 |
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About SK03 GWU
What car is SK03 GWU?
SK03 GWU is an black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2003.
What is the mileage of SK03 GWU?
The last recorded mileage for SK03 GWU was 51,702 miles, recorded on 31 Aug 2022 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SK03 GWU passed its MOT?
SK03 GWU has had 25 MOT tests with a 68% pass rate (17 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 31 Aug 2022.
Is SK03 GWU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SK03 GWU 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 SK03 GWU?
SK03 GWU is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.