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 Petrol 2000cc has had 16 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 2 (88% pass rate). It has 154,588 miles on the clock, averaging 8,606 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400. The 2.0 FSI engine is known for high pressure fuel pump (hpfp) cam follower and cam lobe wear.
MOT & Mileage History for RK56 OES
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 154,588 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 9,875 |
| Average per year | 8,606 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 16 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.
High Pressure Fuel Pump (HPFP) cam follower (part typically 06F198151 or equivalent) and cam lobe wear
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | RK56 OES |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 2000cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | RK — Reading, Reading |
| Age identifier | 56 — September 2006 to February 2007 |
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About RK56 OES
What car is RK56 OES?
RK56 OES is an red Volkswagen Golf, petrol (2000cc). First registered in Reading in 2006.
What is the mileage of RK56 OES?
The last recorded mileage for RK56 OES was 154,588 miles, recorded on 25 Jun 2022 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RK56 OES passed its MOT?
RK56 OES has had 16 MOT tests with an 88% pass rate (14 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 25 Jun 2022.
Is RK56 OES ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RK56 OES is likely ULEZ compliant. Petrol post-2005 (Euro 4). This is an estimate based on typical emission standards — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker for a definitive answer.
How old is RK56 OES?
RK56 OES is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.