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 Diesel 1900cc has had 18 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 6 (67% pass rate). It has 141,554 miles on the clock, averaging 7,563 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 RO56 MEV
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 141,554 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 32 |
| Average per year | 7,563 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 18 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 | RO56 MEV |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1900cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | RO — Reading, Reading |
| Age identifier | 56 — September 2006 to February 2007 |
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About RO56 MEV
What car is RO56 MEV?
RO56 MEV is an black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1900cc). First registered in Reading in 2006.
What is the mileage of RO56 MEV?
The last recorded mileage for RO56 MEV was 141,554 miles, recorded on 18 Dec 2020 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RO56 MEV passed its MOT?
RO56 MEV has had 18 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (12 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 18 Dec 2020.
Is RO56 MEV ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RO56 MEV 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 RO56 MEV?
RO56 MEV is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.