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 9 MOT tests on record, passing 7 and failing 2 (78% pass rate). It has 181,905 miles on the clock, averaging 6,740 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 SM03 HSE
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Average miles/year
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 181,905 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 460 |
| Average per year | 6,740 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 9 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 | SM03 HSE |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SM — Edinburgh, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 03 — March 2003 to August 2003 |
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About SM03 HSE
What car is SM03 HSE?
SM03 HSE is an grey Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2003.
What is the mileage of SM03 HSE?
The last recorded mileage for SM03 HSE was 181,905 miles, recorded on 5 Jul 2024 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SM03 HSE passed its MOT?
SM03 HSE has had 9 MOT tests with a 78% pass rate (7 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 5 Jul 2024.
Is SM03 HSE ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SM03 HSE 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 SM03 HSE?
SM03 HSE is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.