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 2001 Volkswagen Golf Diesel 1896cc has had 1 MOT test on record, passing every one. It has 68,259 miles on the clock at the last MOT. The 1.9 TDI engine is known for turbocharger vnt actuator.
MOT & Mileage History for RE51 XRF
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Reported issues for this Volkswagen Golf
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | RE51 XRF |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2001 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | RE — Reading, Reading |
| Age identifier | 51 — September 2001 to February 2002 |
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About RE51 XRF
What car is RE51 XRF?
RE51 XRF is an blue Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Reading in 2001.
What is the mileage of RE51 XRF?
The last recorded mileage for RE51 XRF was 68,259 miles, recorded on 3 Aug 2005 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RE51 XRF passed its MOT?
RE51 XRF has had 1 MOT tests with an 100% pass rate (1 pass, 0 failures). It last passed on 3 Aug 2005.
Is RE51 XRF ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RE51 XRF is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2001, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is RE51 XRF?
RE51 XRF is approximately 25 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.