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 12 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 4 (67% pass rate). It has 140,878 miles on the clock, averaging 14,013 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400.
MOT & Mileage History for RV56 VZU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 140,878 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 13,726 |
| Average per year | 14,013 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 12 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | RV56 VZU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Grey |
| 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 VZU
What car is RV56 VZU?
RV56 VZU is an grey Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Reading in 2006.
What is the mileage of RV56 VZU?
The last recorded mileage for RV56 VZU was 140,878 miles, recorded on 12 Dec 2016 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RV56 VZU passed its MOT?
RV56 VZU has had 12 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (8 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 12 Dec 2016.
Is RV56 VZU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RV56 VZU 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 VZU?
RV56 VZU is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.