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 1984cc has had 3 MOT tests on record, passing 2 and failing once (67% pass rate). It has 92,962 miles on the clock, averaging 11,050 miles per year, above 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 RO56 DFD
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 92,962 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 2,045 |
| Average per year | 11,050 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 3 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 | RO56 DFD |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1984cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | RO — Reading, Reading |
| Age identifier | 56 — September 2006 to February 2007 |
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About RO56 DFD
What car is RO56 DFD?
RO56 DFD is an black Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1984cc). First registered in Reading in 2006.
What is the mileage of RO56 DFD?
The last recorded mileage for RO56 DFD was 92,962 miles, recorded on 16 Aug 2011 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RO56 DFD passed its MOT?
RO56 DFD has had 3 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (2 passes, 1 failure). It last was tested on 16 Aug 2011.
Is RO56 DFD ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RO56 DFD 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 RO56 DFD?
RO56 DFD is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.