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 17 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 4 (76% pass rate). It has 161,896 miles on the clock, averaging 6,513 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 WV03 SXU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 161,896 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 7,205 |
| Average per year | 6,513 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 17 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 | WV03 SXU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | WV — Bristol, West of England |
| Age identifier | 03 — March 2003 to August 2003 |
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About WV03 SXU
What car is WV03 SXU?
WV03 SXU is a black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Bristol in 2003.
What is the mileage of WV03 SXU?
The last recorded mileage for WV03 SXU was 161,896 miles, recorded on 22 Dec 2018 during its most recent MOT test.
Has WV03 SXU passed its MOT?
WV03 SXU has had 17 MOT tests with a 76% pass rate (13 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 22 Dec 2018.
Is WV03 SXU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, WV03 SXU 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 WV03 SXU?
WV03 SXU is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.