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 2007 Volkswagen Golf Petrol 2000cc has had 26 MOT tests on record, passing 17 and failing 9 (65% pass rate). It has 127,314 miles on the clock, averaging 6,450 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 2.0 FSI engine is known for high pressure fuel pump (hpfp) cam follower and cam lobe wear.
MOT & Mileage History for RA56 KXR
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 127,314 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 4,071 |
| Average per year | 6,450 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 26 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.
High Pressure Fuel Pump (HPFP) cam follower (part typically 06F198151 or equivalent) and cam lobe wear
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | RA56 KXR |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 2000cc |
| Year | 2007 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | RA — Reading, Reading |
| Age identifier | 56 — September 2006 to February 2007 |
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About RA56 KXR
What car is RA56 KXR?
RA56 KXR is an blue Volkswagen Golf, petrol (2000cc). First registered in Reading in 2007.
What is the mileage of RA56 KXR?
The last recorded mileage for RA56 KXR was 127,314 miles, recorded on 12 Mar 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RA56 KXR passed its MOT?
RA56 KXR has had 26 MOT tests with a 65% pass rate (17 passes, 9 failures). It last passed on 12 Mar 2026.
Is RA56 KXR ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RA56 KXR is likely ULEZ compliant. Petrol post-2005 (Euro 4). This is an estimate based on typical emission standards — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker for a definitive answer.
How old is RA56 KXR?
RA56 KXR is approximately 19 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.