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 2009 Volkswagen Golf Petrol 1390cc has had 14 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 2 (86% pass rate). It has 124,037 miles on the clock, averaging 9,443 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. The 1.4 engine is known for bud/bca.
MOT & Mileage History for RK59 VTU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 124,037 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 8,856 |
| Average per year | 9,443 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 14 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Volkswagen Golf
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | RK59 VTU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| Year | 2009 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | RK — Reading, Reading |
| Age identifier | 59 — September 2009 to February 2010 |
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About RK59 VTU
What car is RK59 VTU?
RK59 VTU is an grey Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Reading in 2009.
What is the mileage of RK59 VTU?
The last recorded mileage for RK59 VTU was 124,037 miles, recorded on 24 Jan 2024 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RK59 VTU passed its MOT?
RK59 VTU has had 14 MOT tests with an 86% pass rate (12 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 24 Jan 2024.
Is RK59 VTU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RK59 VTU 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 RK59 VTU?
RK59 VTU is approximately 17 years old. Age identifier 59 means registered between 1 September 2009 and 28 February 2010.