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 Petrol 1984cc has had 12 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 4 (67% pass rate). It has 77,511 miles on the clock, averaging 5,490 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 2.0 engine is known for camshaft position sensor (part 06a905377).
MOT & Mileage History for RL51 VUA
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 77,511 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 5,490 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 12 tests on record
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Camshaft position sensor (part 06A905377)
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | RL51 VUA |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1984cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | RL — Reading, Reading |
| Age identifier | 51 — September 2001 to February 2002 |
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About RL51 VUA
What car is RL51 VUA?
RL51 VUA is an silver Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1984cc). First registered in Reading in 2002.
What is the mileage of RL51 VUA?
The last recorded mileage for RL51 VUA was 77,511 miles, recorded on 10 Aug 2013 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RL51 VUA passed its MOT?
RL51 VUA has had 12 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (8 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 10 Aug 2013.
Is RL51 VUA ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RL51 VUA is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a petrol vehicle registered in 2002, it typically does not meet the Euro 4 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is RL51 VUA?
RL51 VUA is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.