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 10 MOT tests on record, passing 7 and failing 3 (70% pass rate). It has 122,698 miles on the clock, averaging 10,098 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 SP03 UOW
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 122,698 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 4 |
| Average per year | 10,098 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 10 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 | SP03 UOW |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Green |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SP — Dundee, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 03 — March 2003 to August 2003 |
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About SP03 UOW
What car is SP03 UOW?
SP03 UOW is an green Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Dundee in 2003.
What is the mileage of SP03 UOW?
The last recorded mileage for SP03 UOW was 122,698 miles, recorded on 15 Feb 2013 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SP03 UOW passed its MOT?
SP03 UOW has had 10 MOT tests with a 70% pass rate (7 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 15 Feb 2013.
Is SP03 UOW ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SP03 UOW 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 SP03 UOW?
SP03 UOW is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.