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 2004 Volkswagen Golf Diesel 1896cc has had 20 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 7 (65% pass rate). It has 150,150 miles on the clock, averaging 7,427 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400. The 1.9 TDI engine is known for turbocharger vnt actuator.
MOT & Mileage History for RN53 HTG
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Average miles/year
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 150,150 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 7,427 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 20 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 | RN53 HTG |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Green |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | RN — Reading, Reading |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About RN53 HTG
What car is RN53 HTG?
RN53 HTG is an green Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Reading in 2004.
What is the mileage of RN53 HTG?
The last recorded mileage for RN53 HTG was 150,150 miles, recorded on 4 Sep 2023 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RN53 HTG passed its MOT?
RN53 HTG has had 20 MOT tests with a 65% pass rate (13 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 4 Sep 2023.
Is RN53 HTG ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RN53 HTG is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2004, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is RN53 HTG?
RN53 HTG is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.