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 16 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 4 (75% pass rate). It has 177,097 miles on the clock, averaging 11,038 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 PMV
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 177,097 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 49 |
| Average per year | 11,038 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 16 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 PMV |
| 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 PMV
What car is RA56 PMV?
RA56 PMV is an silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Reading in 2007.
What is the mileage of RA56 PMV?
The last recorded mileage for RA56 PMV was 177,097 miles, recorded on 9 May 2023 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RA56 PMV passed its MOT?
RA56 PMV has had 16 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (12 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 9 May 2023.
Is RA56 PMV ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RA56 PMV 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 PMV?
RA56 PMV is approximately 19 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.