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 Diesel 1896cc has had 20 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 8 (60% pass rate). It has 188,190 miles on the clock, averaging 6,923 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.9 TDI engine is known for turbocharger vnt actuator.
MOT & Mileage History for RK02 JVU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 188,190 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 10 |
| Average per year | 6,923 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 20 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Volkswagen Golf
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | RK02 JVU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | RK — Reading, Reading |
| Age identifier | 02 — March 2002 to August 2002 |
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About RK02 JVU
What car is RK02 JVU?
RK02 JVU is an black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Reading in 2002.
What is the mileage of RK02 JVU?
The last recorded mileage for RK02 JVU was 188,190 miles, recorded on 26 Jun 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RK02 JVU passed its MOT?
RK02 JVU has had 20 MOT tests with a 60% pass rate (12 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 26 Jun 2019.
Is RK02 JVU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RK02 JVU is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2002, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is RK02 JVU?
RK02 JVU is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 02 means registered between 1 March 2002 and 31 August 2002.