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 Petrol 3200cc has had 24 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 9 (63% pass rate). It has 132,989 miles on the clock, averaging 4,433 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400. The 3.2 VR6 engine is known for serpentine belt tensioner.
MOT & Mileage History for SL03 YCV
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 132,989 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 185 |
| Average per year | 4,433 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 24 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | SL03 YCV |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 3200cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SL — Edinburgh, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 03 — March 2003 to August 2003 |
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About SL03 YCV
What car is SL03 YCV?
SL03 YCV is an blue Volkswagen Golf, petrol (3200cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2003.
What is the mileage of SL03 YCV?
The last recorded mileage for SL03 YCV was 132,989 miles, recorded on 10 Jul 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SL03 YCV passed its MOT?
SL03 YCV has had 24 MOT tests with a 63% pass rate (15 passes, 9 failures). It last passed on 10 Jul 2025.
Is SL03 YCV ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SL03 YCV is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a petrol vehicle registered in 2003, it typically does not meet the Euro 4 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is SL03 YCV?
SL03 YCV is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.