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 8 MOT tests on record, passing 6 and failing 2 (75% pass rate). It has 141,708 miles on the clock, averaging 14,448 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 RN51 PKD
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 141,708 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 12,879 |
| Average per year | 14,448 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 8 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 | RN51 PKD |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | RN — Reading, Reading |
| Age identifier | 51 — September 2001 to February 2002 |
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About RN51 PKD
What car is RN51 PKD?
RN51 PKD is an black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Reading in 2002.
What is the mileage of RN51 PKD?
The last recorded mileage for RN51 PKD was 141,708 miles, recorded on 30 Jul 2011 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RN51 PKD passed its MOT?
RN51 PKD has had 8 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (6 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 30 Jul 2011.
Is RN51 PKD ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RN51 PKD 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 RN51 PKD?
RN51 PKD is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.