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 8 MOT tests on record, passing 7 and failing once (88% pass rate). It has 77,984 miles on the clock, averaging 5,344 miles per year, below 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 LVJ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 77,984 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 4,879 |
| Average per year | 5,344 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 8 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)
Clogs from poor fuel quality, short journeys, or failed regens, leading to backpressure.
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | RF17 LVJ |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| 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 LVJ
What car is RF17 LVJ?
RF17 LVJ is an black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1598cc). First registered in Reading in 2017.
What is the mileage of RF17 LVJ?
The last recorded mileage for RF17 LVJ was 77,984 miles, recorded on 16 Jul 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RF17 LVJ passed its MOT?
RF17 LVJ has had 8 MOT tests with an 88% pass rate (7 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 16 Jul 2026.
Is RF17 LVJ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RF17 LVJ 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 LVJ?
RF17 LVJ is approximately 9 years old. Age identifier 17 means registered between 1 March 2017 and 31 August 2017.