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 25 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 12 (52% pass rate). It has 279,985 miles on the clock, averaging 11,646 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 RJ53 HCL
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 279,985 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 5,794 |
| Average per year | 11,646 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 25 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 | RJ53 HCL |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | RJ — Reading, Reading |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About RJ53 HCL
What car is RJ53 HCL?
RJ53 HCL is an blue Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Reading in 2003.
What is the mileage of RJ53 HCL?
The last recorded mileage for RJ53 HCL was 279,985 miles, recorded on 27 Feb 2024 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RJ53 HCL passed its MOT?
RJ53 HCL has had 25 MOT tests with a 52% pass rate (13 passes, 12 failures). It last was tested on 27 Feb 2024.
Is RJ53 HCL ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RJ53 HCL 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 RJ53 HCL?
RJ53 HCL is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.