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 2005 Volkswagen Golf Diesel 1598cc has had 24 MOT tests on record, passing 18 and failing 6 (75% pass rate). It has 141,006 miles on the clock, averaging 6,600 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400.
MOT & Mileage History for RK05 OPW
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 141,006 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 4,479 |
| Average per year | 6,600 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 24 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | RK05 OPW |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | RK — Reading, Reading |
| Age identifier | 05 — March 2005 to August 2005 |
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About RK05 OPW
What car is RK05 OPW?
RK05 OPW is an black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1598cc). First registered in Reading in 2005.
What is the mileage of RK05 OPW?
The last recorded mileage for RK05 OPW was 141,006 miles, recorded on 9 Apr 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RK05 OPW passed its MOT?
RK05 OPW has had 24 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (18 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 9 Apr 2026.
Is RK05 OPW ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RK05 OPW is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2005, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is RK05 OPW?
RK05 OPW is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.