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 2005 Volkswagen Golf Diesel 1896cc has had 8 MOT tests on record, passing every one. It has 27,991 miles on the clock, averaging 1,685 miles per year, well below 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 RF55 AXO
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 27,991 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 3,071 |
| Average per year | 1,685 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 8 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 | RF55 AXO |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | RF — Reading, Reading |
| Age identifier | 55 — September 2005 to February 2006 |
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About RF55 AXO
What car is RF55 AXO?
RF55 AXO is an silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Reading in 2005.
What is the mileage of RF55 AXO?
The last recorded mileage for RF55 AXO was 27,991 miles, recorded on 18 Jan 2016 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RF55 AXO passed its MOT?
RF55 AXO has had 8 MOT tests with an 100% pass rate (8 passes, 0 failures). It last passed on 18 Jan 2016.
Is RF55 AXO ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RF55 AXO is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2005, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is RF55 AXO?
RF55 AXO is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.