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 16 and failing 7 (70% pass rate). It has 187,930 miles on the clock, averaging 11,269 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 RK06 PPZ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 187,930 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 11,269 |
| 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 | RK06 PPZ |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | RK — Reading, Reading |
| Age identifier | 06 — March 2006 to August 2006 |
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About RK06 PPZ
What car is RK06 PPZ?
RK06 PPZ is an silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Reading in 2006.
What is the mileage of RK06 PPZ?
The last recorded mileage for RK06 PPZ was 187,930 miles, recorded on 28 Nov 2023 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RK06 PPZ passed its MOT?
RK06 PPZ has had 23 MOT tests with a 70% pass rate (16 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 28 Nov 2023.
Is RK06 PPZ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RK06 PPZ 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 RK06 PPZ?
RK06 PPZ is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 06 means registered between 1 March 2006 and 31 August 2006.