Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2001 Volkswagen Golf Petrol 1598cc has had 15 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 3 (80% pass rate). It has 159,022 miles on the clock, averaging 11,467 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. The 1.6 engine is known for check dvsa recall data directly and search specialist vag forums.
MOT & Mileage History for RK51 VKN
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 159,022 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 11,467 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 15 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | RK51 VKN |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2001 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | RK — Reading, Reading |
| Age identifier | 51 — September 2001 to February 2002 |
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About RK51 VKN
What car is RK51 VKN?
RK51 VKN is an silver Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Reading in 2001.
What is the mileage of RK51 VKN?
The last recorded mileage for RK51 VKN was 159,022 miles, recorded on 7 Oct 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RK51 VKN passed its MOT?
RK51 VKN has had 15 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (12 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 7 Oct 2017.
Is RK51 VKN ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RK51 VKN is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a petrol vehicle registered in 2001, it typically does not meet the Euro 4 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is RK51 VKN?
RK51 VKN is approximately 25 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.