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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 2005 Volkswagen Golf Diesel 1896cc has had 2 MOT tests on record, passing 1 and failing once (50% pass rate). It has 61,640 miles on the clock at the last MOT. The 1.9 TDI engine is known for 1. injector seal failure causing diesel fuel ingress into engine oil.
MOT & Mileage History for RN54 RVM
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
| Latest reading | 61,640 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Mileage consistency | Unknown |
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Full MOT Test History 2 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Volkswagen Golf
These are the most commonly reported problems on Volkswagen Golf models (2003–2009), based on owner reports and workshop data across the UK.
1. Injector Seal Failure Causing Diesel Fuel Ingress into Engine Oil
The rubber seal around the fuel injector degrades, allowing diesel fuel to seep past the seal into the engine sump, contaminating the engine oil.
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | RN54 RVM |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | RN — Reading, Reading |
| Age identifier | 54 — September 2004 to February 2005 |
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About RN54 RVM
What car is RN54 RVM?
RN54 RVM is an blue Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Reading in 2005.
What is the mileage of RN54 RVM?
The last recorded mileage for RN54 RVM was 61,640 miles, recorded on 6 Feb 2008 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RN54 RVM passed its MOT?
RN54 RVM has had 2 MOT tests with a 50% pass rate (1 pass, 1 failure). It last passed on 6 Feb 2008.
Is RN54 RVM ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RN54 RVM is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2005, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is RN54 RVM?
RN54 RVM is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 54 means registered between 1 September 2004 and 28 February 2005.