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 2001 Volkswagen Golf Diesel 1896cc has had 25 MOT tests on record, passing 21 and failing 4 (84% pass rate). It has 66,280 miles on the clock, averaging 2,227 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.9 TDI engine is known for turbocharger vnt actuator.
MOT & Mileage History for RK51 GWY
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 66,280 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 937 |
| Average per year | 2,227 |
| 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 | RK51 GWY |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2001 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | RK — Reading, Reading |
| Age identifier | 51 — September 2001 to February 2002 |
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About RK51 GWY
What car is RK51 GWY?
RK51 GWY is an silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Reading in 2001.
What is the mileage of RK51 GWY?
The last recorded mileage for RK51 GWY was 66,280 miles, recorded on 21 Jan 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RK51 GWY passed its MOT?
RK51 GWY has had 25 MOT tests with an 84% pass rate (21 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 21 Jan 2026.
Is RK51 GWY ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RK51 GWY is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2001, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is RK51 GWY?
RK51 GWY is approximately 25 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.