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 11 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing once (91% pass rate). It has 125,801 miles on the clock, averaging 11,305 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 RK55 PWE
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 125,801 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 13,985 |
| Average per year | 11,305 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 11 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 | RK55 PWE |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | RK — Reading, Reading |
| Age identifier | 55 — September 2005 to February 2006 |
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About RK55 PWE
What car is RK55 PWE?
RK55 PWE is an red Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Reading in 2005.
What is the mileage of RK55 PWE?
The last recorded mileage for RK55 PWE was 125,801 miles, recorded on 30 Jan 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RK55 PWE passed its MOT?
RK55 PWE has had 11 MOT tests with an 91% pass rate (10 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 30 Jan 2017.
Is RK55 PWE ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RK55 PWE 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 RK55 PWE?
RK55 PWE is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.