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 2002 Volkswagen Golf Diesel 1896cc has had 10 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 2 (80% pass rate). It has 172,248 miles on the clock, averaging 12,801 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. The 1.9 TDI engine is known for turbocharger vnt actuator.
MOT & Mileage History for RL02 SZF
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 172,248 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 7,675 |
| Average per year | 12,801 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 10 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 | RL02 SZF |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | RL — Reading, Reading |
| Age identifier | 02 — March 2002 to August 2002 |
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About RL02 SZF
What car is RL02 SZF?
RL02 SZF is an black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Reading in 2002.
What is the mileage of RL02 SZF?
The last recorded mileage for RL02 SZF was 172,248 miles, recorded on 12 Aug 2014 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RL02 SZF passed its MOT?
RL02 SZF has had 10 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (8 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 12 Aug 2014.
Is RL02 SZF ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RL02 SZF is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2002, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is RL02 SZF?
RL02 SZF is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 02 means registered between 1 March 2002 and 31 August 2002.