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RO06 OLY

2013 Volkswagen Golf · Diesel · 1968cc

Black Registered in Reading, Reading · 13 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2013
FuelDiesel
Engine1968cc
ColourBlack
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 2013 Volkswagen Golf Diesel 1968cc has had 11 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing once (91% pass rate). It has 160,189 miles on the clock, averaging 10,189 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. The 2.0 TDI engine is known for cbdb. Common Volkswagen Golf issues include rear coil springs (fracture/snapping) and window regulators (driver's door mainly).

MOT & Mileage History for RO06 OLY

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
160,189
Last Mileage
Recorded
11
Total Tests
Since 2016
91%
Pass Rate
10 passed, 1 failed

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

1

MOT failure recorded

Out of 11 tests on record
10,189

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
3

Gaps in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading160,189 miles
Reading date
Miles last year23,035
Average per year10,189
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for RO06 OLY 56k82k108k134k160k '16'26'22

Check RO06 OLY

Full MOT Test History 11 tests on record

PASS
Mileage160,189 miles
Since last MOT+23,035 miles
PASS
Mileage137,154 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage137,152 miles
Since last MOT+12,486 miles
PASS
Mileage124,666 miles
Since last MOT+3,935 miles
PASS
Mileage120,731 miles
Since last MOT+10,389 miles
PASS
Mileage110,342 miles
Since last MOT+3,764 miles
PASS
Mileage106,578 miles
Since last MOT+7,326 miles
PASS
Mileage99,252 miles
Since last MOT+3,484 miles
PASS
Mileage95,768 miles
Since last MOT+15,547 miles
PASS
Mileage80,221 miles
Since last MOT+24,473 miles
PASS
Mileage55,748 miles

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🔧 Reported issues for this Volkswagen Golf

These are the most commonly reported problems on Volkswagen Golf models (2008–2013), based on owner reports and workshop data across the UK.

Rear coil springs (fracture/snapping)

Rear coil springs snap or break, often at the bottom coil due to corrosion or fatigue (carried over from Mk5 design weakness). · Typical repair: £200-£400 (pair of springs + labour).

Window regulators (driver's door mainly)

Plastic gears or cables in regulator wear/fail, causing window to drop or stick. · Typical repair: £150-£300 per door (regulator + labour).

Suspension bushes (rear trailing arm and front control arm bushes)

Rubber bushes degrade, leading to play in suspension arms. · Typical repair: £250-£500 (full rear set + labour).

ABS sensor/module faults

Wheel speed sensor wiring corrodes or module fails internally. · Typical repair: £100-£400 (sensors) or £600+ (module).

CBDB

Valve clogs with soot; gasket between EGR and intake (anti-shudder valve) leaks oil.

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRO06 OLY
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1968cc
Year2013
First registered
Area codeRO — Reading, Reading
Age identifier06 — March 2006 to August 2006

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About RO06 OLY

What car is RO06 OLY?

RO06 OLY is an black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Reading in 2013.

What is the mileage of RO06 OLY?

The last recorded mileage for RO06 OLY was 160,189 miles, recorded on 3 Aug 2026 during its most recent MOT test.

Has RO06 OLY passed its MOT?

RO06 OLY has had 11 MOT tests with an 91% pass rate (10 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 3 Aug 2026.

Is RO06 OLY ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, RO06 OLY is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2013, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.

How old is RO06 OLY?

RO06 OLY is approximately 13 years old. Age identifier 06 means registered between 1 March 2006 and 31 August 2006.