Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2007 Volkswagen Golf Diesel 1896cc has had 9 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing once (89% pass rate). It has 257,323 miles on the clock, averaging 24,401 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 RA56 CRK
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 257,323 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 12,945 |
| Average per year | 24,401 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 9 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 | RA56 CRK |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2007 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | RA — Reading, Reading |
| Age identifier | 56 — September 2006 to February 2007 |
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About RA56 CRK
What car is RA56 CRK?
RA56 CRK is an silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Reading in 2007.
What is the mileage of RA56 CRK?
The last recorded mileage for RA56 CRK was 257,323 miles, recorded on 18 Jan 2018 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RA56 CRK passed its MOT?
RA56 CRK has had 9 MOT tests with an 89% pass rate (8 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 18 Jan 2018.
Is RA56 CRK ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RA56 CRK is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2007, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is RA56 CRK?
RA56 CRK is approximately 19 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.