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 2002 Volkswagen Golf Petrol 1984cc has had 11 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 2 (82% pass rate). It has 105,756 miles on the clock, averaging 8,172 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400. The 2.0 engine is known for camshaft position sensor (part 06a905377).
MOT & Mileage History for RF52 RCU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 105,756 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 21,781 |
| Average per year | 8,172 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 11 tests on record
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Camshaft position sensor (part 06A905377)
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | RF52 RCU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1984cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | RF — Reading, Reading |
| Age identifier | 52 — September 2002 to February 2003 |
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About RF52 RCU
What car is RF52 RCU?
RF52 RCU is an red Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1984cc). First registered in Reading in 2002.
What is the mileage of RF52 RCU?
The last recorded mileage for RF52 RCU was 105,756 miles, recorded on 26 Mar 2015 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RF52 RCU passed its MOT?
RF52 RCU has had 11 MOT tests with an 82% pass rate (9 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 26 Mar 2015.
Is RF52 RCU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RF52 RCU is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a petrol vehicle registered in 2002, it typically does not meet the Euro 4 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is RF52 RCU?
RF52 RCU is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.