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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 1 MOT test on record, passing every one. It has 88,286 miles on the clock at the last MOT. The 1.9 TDI engine is known for 1. injector seal failure causing diesel fuel ingress into engine oil.
MOT & Mileage History for RF55 DNE
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Reported issues for this Volkswagen Golf
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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 DNE |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Red |
| 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 DNE
What car is RF55 DNE?
RF55 DNE is an red Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Reading in 2005.
What is the mileage of RF55 DNE?
The last recorded mileage for RF55 DNE was 88,286 miles, recorded on 1 Oct 2008 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RF55 DNE passed its MOT?
RF55 DNE has had 1 MOT tests with an 100% pass rate (1 pass, 0 failures). It last passed on 1 Oct 2008.
Is RF55 DNE ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RF55 DNE 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 DNE?
RF55 DNE is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.