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 1896cc has had 13 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 5 (62% pass rate). It has 166,989 miles on the clock, averaging 9,598 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 RF06 NHK
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 166,989 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 9,598 |
| 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 | RF06 NHK |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | RF — Reading, Reading |
| Age identifier | 06 — March 2006 to August 2006 |
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About RF06 NHK
What car is RF06 NHK?
RF06 NHK is an blue Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Reading in 2006.
What is the mileage of RF06 NHK?
The last recorded mileage for RF06 NHK was 166,989 miles, recorded on 15 Feb 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RF06 NHK passed its MOT?
RF06 NHK has had 13 MOT tests with a 62% pass rate (8 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 15 Feb 2017.
Is RF06 NHK ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RF06 NHK 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 RF06 NHK?
RF06 NHK is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 06 means registered between 1 March 2006 and 31 August 2006.