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 Diesel 1896cc has had 13 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 5 (62% pass rate). It has 112,168 miles on the clock, averaging 7,878 miles per year, around 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 NRY
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 112,168 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 2,558 |
| Average per year | 7,878 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 13 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 NRY |
| 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 NRY
What car is RA56 NRY?
RA56 NRY is an silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Reading in 2007.
What is the mileage of RA56 NRY?
The last recorded mileage for RA56 NRY was 112,168 miles, recorded on 6 Jan 2021 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RA56 NRY passed its MOT?
RA56 NRY has had 13 MOT tests with a 62% pass rate (8 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 6 Jan 2021.
Is RA56 NRY ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RA56 NRY 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 NRY?
RA56 NRY is approximately 19 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.