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 1968cc has had 12 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 3 (75% pass rate). It has 171,195 miles on the clock, averaging 14,575 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 HXT
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 171,195 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 47 |
| Average per year | 14,575 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 12 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 HXT |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1968cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | RO — Reading, Reading |
| Age identifier | 56 — September 2006 to February 2007 |
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About RO56 HXT
What car is RO56 HXT?
RO56 HXT is an black Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1968cc). First registered in Reading in 2006.
What is the mileage of RO56 HXT?
The last recorded mileage for RO56 HXT was 171,195 miles, recorded on 18 Apr 2018 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RO56 HXT passed its MOT?
RO56 HXT has had 12 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (9 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 18 Apr 2018.
Is RO56 HXT ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RO56 HXT 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 HXT?
RO56 HXT is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.