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 2013 Volkswagen Golf Diesel 1968cc has had 11 MOT tests on record, passing every one. It has 99,842 miles on the clock, averaging 7,204 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 2.0 TDI engine is known for cbdb. Common Volkswagen Golf issues include rear coil springs (fracture/snapping) and window regulators (driver's door mainly).
MOT & Mileage History for RH53 CMS
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 99,842 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 5,626 |
| Average per year | 7,204 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 11 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Volkswagen Golf
These are the most commonly reported problems on Volkswagen Golf models (2008–2013), based on owner reports and workshop data across the UK.
Rear coil springs (fracture/snapping)
Rear coil springs snap or break, often at the bottom coil due to corrosion or fatigue (carried over from Mk5 design weakness). · Typical repair: £200-£400 (pair of springs + labour).
Window regulators (driver's door mainly)
Plastic gears or cables in regulator wear/fail, causing window to drop or stick. · Typical repair: £150-£300 per door (regulator + labour).
Suspension bushes (rear trailing arm and front control arm bushes)
Rubber bushes degrade, leading to play in suspension arms. · Typical repair: £250-£500 (full rear set + labour).
ABS sensor/module faults
Wheel speed sensor wiring corrodes or module fails internally. · Typical repair: £100-£400 (sensors) or £600+ (module).
CBDB
Valve clogs with soot; gasket between EGR and intake (anti-shudder valve) leaks oil.
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | RH53 CMS |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1968cc |
| Year | 2013 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | RH — Reading, Reading |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About RH53 CMS
What car is RH53 CMS?
RH53 CMS is an grey Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Reading in 2013.
What is the mileage of RH53 CMS?
The last recorded mileage for RH53 CMS was 99,842 miles, recorded on 31 Jan 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RH53 CMS passed its MOT?
RH53 CMS has had 11 MOT tests with an 100% pass rate (11 passes, 0 failures). It last passed on 31 Jan 2026.
Is RH53 CMS ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RH53 CMS is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2013, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is RH53 CMS?
RH53 CMS is approximately 13 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.