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 2003 Volkswagen Golf Diesel 1896cc has had 22 MOT tests on record, passing 18 and failing 4 (82% pass rate). It has 250,221 miles on the clock, averaging 11,677 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. The 1.9 TDI engine is known for turbocharger vnt actuator.
MOT & Mileage History for RF52 VGC
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 250,221 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 14,437 |
| Average per year | 11,677 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 22 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Volkswagen Golf
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Turbocharger VNT actuator (vacuum-operated, part-specific to PD turbos like K03/K04 variants)
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | RF52 VGC |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | RF — Reading, Reading |
| Age identifier | 52 — September 2002 to February 2003 |
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About RF52 VGC
What car is RF52 VGC?
RF52 VGC is an silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Reading in 2003.
What is the mileage of RF52 VGC?
The last recorded mileage for RF52 VGC was 250,221 miles, recorded on 25 Nov 2022 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RF52 VGC passed its MOT?
RF52 VGC has had 22 MOT tests with an 82% pass rate (18 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 25 Nov 2022.
Is RF52 VGC ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RF52 VGC is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2003, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is RF52 VGC?
RF52 VGC is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.