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 2003 Volkswagen Golf Diesel 1896cc has had 13 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 2 (85% pass rate). The 1.9 TDI engine is known for turbocharger vnt actuator.
MOT & Mileage History for RN52 CGU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Gaps in MOT history
Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 171,261 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 10,224 |
| Average per year | 17,886 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 13 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 | RN52 CGU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | RN — Reading, Reading |
| Age identifier | 52 — September 2002 to February 2003 |
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About RN52 CGU
What car is RN52 CGU?
RN52 CGU is an blue Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Reading in 2003.
Has RN52 CGU passed its MOT?
RN52 CGU has had 13 MOT tests with an 85% pass rate (11 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 29 Apr 2016.
Is RN52 CGU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RN52 CGU is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2003, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is RN52 CGU?
RN52 CGU is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.