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 2007 Volkswagen Golf Diesel 1896cc has had 22 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 6 (73% pass rate). It has 197,305 miles on the clock, averaging 14,149 miles per year, above 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 RV56 GUF
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 197,305 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 14,149 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 22 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 | RV56 GUF |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2007 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | RV — Reading, Reading |
| Age identifier | 56 — September 2006 to February 2007 |
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About RV56 GUF
What car is RV56 GUF?
RV56 GUF is an silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Reading in 2007.
What is the mileage of RV56 GUF?
The last recorded mileage for RV56 GUF was 197,305 miles, recorded on 7 Apr 2023 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RV56 GUF passed its MOT?
RV56 GUF has had 22 MOT tests with a 73% pass rate (16 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 7 Apr 2023.
Is RV56 GUF ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RV56 GUF is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2007, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is RV56 GUF?
RV56 GUF is approximately 19 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.