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RN55 SKF

2006 Volkswagen Golf · Diesel · 1896cc

Red Registered in Reading, Reading · 20 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2006
FuelDiesel
Engine1896cc
ColourRed
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantDiesel pre-2015
Est. Annual Tax£165–£265

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 2 MOT tests on record, passing every one. It has 65,110 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 RN55 SKF

MOT Status
Due date passed
65,110
Last Mileage
Recorded
2
Total Tests
Since 2009
100%
Pass Rate
2 passed, 0 failed ✓

Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.

0

MOT failures recorded

Out of 2 tests on record
N/A

Average miles/year

Insufficient data
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

Latest reading65,110 miles
Reading date
Miles last year-31,953
Mileage consistencyUnknown
Mileage over time for RN55 SKF 97k97k97k97k97k '09'09

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Full MOT Test History 2 tests on record

PASS
Mileage65,110 miles
PASS
Mileage97,063 miles

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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

RegistrationRN55 SKF
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1896cc
Year2006
First registered
Area codeRN — Reading, Reading
Age identifier55 — September 2005 to February 2006

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About RN55 SKF

What car is RN55 SKF?

RN55 SKF is an red Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Reading in 2006.

What is the mileage of RN55 SKF?

The last recorded mileage for RN55 SKF was 65,110 miles, recorded on 3 Jun 2009 during its most recent MOT test.

Has RN55 SKF passed its MOT?

RN55 SKF has had 2 MOT tests with an 100% pass rate (2 passes, 0 failures). It last passed on 3 Jun 2009.

Is RN55 SKF ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, RN55 SKF 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 RN55 SKF?

RN55 SKF is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.