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 2006 Volkswagen Golf Diesel 1900cc has had 21 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 6 (71% pass rate). It has 176,381 miles on the clock, averaging 9,687 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. The 1.9 TDI engine is known for 1. injector seal failure causing diesel fuel ingress into engine oil.
MOT & Mileage History for AP55 RKO
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 176,381 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 3,152 |
| Average per year | 9,687 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 21 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 | AP55 RKO |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1900cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | AP — Norwich, Anglia |
| Age identifier | 55 — September 2005 to February 2006 |
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About AP55 RKO
What car is AP55 RKO?
AP55 RKO is an black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1900cc). First registered in Norwich in 2006.
What is the mileage of AP55 RKO?
The last recorded mileage for AP55 RKO was 176,381 miles, recorded on 3 Feb 2023 during its most recent MOT test.
Has AP55 RKO passed its MOT?
AP55 RKO has had 21 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (15 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 3 Feb 2023.
Is AP55 RKO ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, AP55 RKO is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2006, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is AP55 RKO?
AP55 RKO is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.