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 2004 Volkswagen Golf Diesel 1896cc has had 8 MOT tests on record, passing 6 and failing 2 (75% pass rate). It has 172,470 miles on the clock, averaging 15,130 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 RK04 YAF
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 172,470 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 24,900 |
| Average per year | 15,130 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 8 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 | RK04 YAF |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | RK — Reading, Reading |
| Age identifier | 04 — March 2004 to August 2004 |
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About RK04 YAF
What car is RK04 YAF?
RK04 YAF is an grey Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Reading in 2004.
What is the mileage of RK04 YAF?
The last recorded mileage for RK04 YAF was 172,470 miles, recorded on 30 Jul 2014 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RK04 YAF passed its MOT?
RK04 YAF has had 8 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (6 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 30 Jul 2014.
Is RK04 YAF ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RK04 YAF is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2004, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is RK04 YAF?
RK04 YAF is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 04 means registered between 1 March 2004 and 31 August 2004.