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 23 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 9 (61% pass rate). It has 172,998 miles on the clock, averaging 10,813 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 XDV
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 172,998 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 47 |
| Average per year | 10,813 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 23 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 XDV |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Grey |
| 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 XDV
What car is RF06 XDV?
RF06 XDV is an grey Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Reading in 2006.
What is the mileage of RF06 XDV?
The last recorded mileage for RF06 XDV was 172,998 miles, recorded on 20 Oct 2023 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RF06 XDV passed its MOT?
RF06 XDV has had 23 MOT tests with a 61% pass rate (14 passes, 9 failures). It last passed on 20 Oct 2023.
Is RF06 XDV ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RF06 XDV 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 XDV?
RF06 XDV is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 06 means registered between 1 March 2006 and 31 August 2006.