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 2017 Volkswagen Golf Diesel 1598cc has had 11 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 3 (73% pass rate). It has 123,418 miles on the clock, averaging 10,411 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 RF17 CWU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 123,418 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 10,411 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 11 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Volkswagen Golf
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CLHA
Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF)
Clogs from poor fuel quality, short journeys, or failed regens, leading to backpressure.
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | RF17 CWU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2017 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | RF — Reading, Reading |
| Age identifier | 17 — March 2017 to August 2017 |
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About RF17 CWU
What car is RF17 CWU?
RF17 CWU is an grey Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1598cc). First registered in Reading in 2017.
What is the mileage of RF17 CWU?
The last recorded mileage for RF17 CWU was 123,418 miles, recorded on 23 Jul 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RF17 CWU passed its MOT?
RF17 CWU has had 11 MOT tests with a 73% pass rate (8 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 23 Jul 2026.
Is RF17 CWU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RF17 CWU is likely ULEZ compliant. Diesel post-2015 (Euro 6). This is an estimate based on typical emission standards — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker for a definitive answer.
How old is RF17 CWU?
RF17 CWU is approximately 9 years old. Age identifier 17 means registered between 1 March 2017 and 31 August 2017.