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 2015 Volkswagen Golf Diesel 1598cc has had 9 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing once (89% pass rate). It has 120,342 miles on the clock, averaging 11,676 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. The 1.6 TDI engine is known for clha and diesel particulate filter (dpf).
MOT & Mileage History for PL15 RCU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 120,342 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 16,362 |
| Average per year | 11,676 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 9 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Volkswagen Golf
These are the most commonly reported problems on Volkswagen Golf models (2012–2020), based on owner reports and workshop data across the UK.
CLHA
Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF)
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | PL15 RCU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2015 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | PL — Preston, Preston |
| Age identifier | 15 — March 2015 to August 2015 |
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About PL15 RCU
What car is PL15 RCU?
PL15 RCU is a grey Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1598cc). First registered in Preston in 2015.
What is the mileage of PL15 RCU?
The last recorded mileage for PL15 RCU was 120,342 miles, recorded on 6 Nov 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has PL15 RCU passed its MOT?
PL15 RCU has had 9 MOT tests with an 89% pass rate (8 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 6 Nov 2025.
Is PL15 RCU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, PL15 RCU is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2015, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is PL15 RCU?
PL15 RCU is approximately 11 years old. Age identifier 15 means registered between 1 March 2015 and 31 August 2015.