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 11 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 2 (82% pass rate). It has 137,218 miles on the clock, averaging 6,763 miles per year, below 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 LPZ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 137,218 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 8,145 |
| Average per year | 6,763 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 11 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 LPZ |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| 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 LPZ
What car is RV56 LPZ?
RV56 LPZ is an black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1900cc). First registered in Reading in 2006.
What is the mileage of RV56 LPZ?
The last recorded mileage for RV56 LPZ was 137,218 miles, recorded on 1 Nov 2018 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RV56 LPZ passed its MOT?
RV56 LPZ has had 11 MOT tests with an 82% pass rate (9 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 1 Nov 2018.
Is RV56 LPZ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RV56 LPZ 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 LPZ?
RV56 LPZ is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.