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 1968cc has had 18 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 2 (89% pass rate). It has 149,742 miles on the clock, averaging 7,905 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400.
MOT & Mileage History for RV56 RDU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 149,742 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 5,693 |
| Average per year | 7,905 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 18 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | RV56 RDU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1968cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | RV — Reading, Reading |
| Age identifier | 56 — September 2006 to February 2007 |
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About RV56 RDU
What car is RV56 RDU?
RV56 RDU is an black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Reading in 2006.
What is the mileage of RV56 RDU?
The last recorded mileage for RV56 RDU was 149,742 miles, recorded on 27 Nov 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RV56 RDU passed its MOT?
RV56 RDU has had 18 MOT tests with an 89% pass rate (16 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 27 Nov 2025.
Is RV56 RDU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RV56 RDU 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 RDU?
RV56 RDU is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.