Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2006 Volkswagen Golf Diesel 1896cc has had 19 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 4 (79% pass rate). It has 141,593 miles on the clock, averaging 7,993 miles per year, around 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 RK56 OPW
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 141,593 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 6,196 |
| Average per year | 7,993 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 19 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 | RK56 OPW |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | RK — Reading, Reading |
| Age identifier | 56 — September 2006 to February 2007 |
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About RK56 OPW
What car is RK56 OPW?
RK56 OPW is an black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Reading in 2006.
What is the mileage of RK56 OPW?
The last recorded mileage for RK56 OPW was 141,593 miles, recorded on 26 Jun 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RK56 OPW passed its MOT?
RK56 OPW has had 19 MOT tests with a 79% pass rate (15 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 26 Jun 2025.
Is RK56 OPW ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RK56 OPW 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 RK56 OPW?
RK56 OPW is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.