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 20 MOT tests on record, passing 18 and failing 2 (90% pass rate). It has 185,957 miles on the clock, averaging 9,404 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 HVK
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 185,957 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 10,830 |
| Average per year | 9,404 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 20 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 HVK |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1900cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | RV — Reading, Reading |
| Age identifier | 56 — September 2006 to February 2007 |
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About RV56 HVK
What car is RV56 HVK?
RV56 HVK is an red Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1900cc). First registered in Reading in 2006.
What is the mileage of RV56 HVK?
The last recorded mileage for RV56 HVK was 185,957 miles, recorded on 31 Jan 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RV56 HVK passed its MOT?
RV56 HVK has had 20 MOT tests with an 90% pass rate (18 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 31 Jan 2026.
Is RV56 HVK ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RV56 HVK 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 RV56 HVK?
RV56 HVK is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.