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 2021 Volkswagen Passat Petrol 1498cc has had 2 MOT tests on record, passing every one. It has 24,949 miles on the clock, averaging 6,612 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.5 TSI engine is known for dada and engine management software / act (active cylinder technology) calibration.
MOT & Mileage History for RK21 VGU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 24,949 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 6,409 |
| Average per year | 6,612 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 2 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Volkswagen Passat
These are the most commonly reported problems on Volkswagen Passat models (2014–2024), based on owner reports and workshop data across the UK.
DADA
Engine management software / ACT (Active Cylinder Technology) calibration
Faulty ECU mapping causes poor transition between 2- and 4-cylinder modes, leading to hesitation, juddering, or "kangarooing" (RPM drop/stall risk in 1st gear). Cross-model issue in manuals.[1][2][3][4]
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | RK21 VGU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Passat |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1498cc |
| Year | 2021 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | RK — Reading, Reading |
| Age identifier | 21 — March 2021 to August 2021 |
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About RK21 VGU
What car is RK21 VGU?
RK21 VGU is an grey Volkswagen Passat, petrol (1498cc). First registered in Reading in 2021.
What is the mileage of RK21 VGU?
The last recorded mileage for RK21 VGU was 24,949 miles, recorded on 12 Aug 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RK21 VGU passed its MOT?
RK21 VGU has had 2 MOT tests with an 100% pass rate (2 passes, 0 failures). It last passed on 12 Aug 2025.
Is RK21 VGU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RK21 VGU is likely ULEZ compliant. Petrol post-2005 (Euro 4). This is an estimate based on typical emission standards — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker for a definitive answer.
How old is RK21 VGU?
RK21 VGU is approximately 5 years old. Age identifier 21 means registered between 1 March 2021 and 31 August 2021.