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 Petrol 1390cc has had 19 MOT tests on record, passing 17 and failing 2 (89% pass rate). It has 68,525 miles on the clock, averaging 2,700 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.4 engine is known for bud/bca.
MOT & Mileage History for RV56 VZW
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 68,525 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 3,715 |
| Average per year | 2,700 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 19 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Volkswagen Golf
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | RV56 VZW |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | RV — Reading, Reading |
| Age identifier | 56 — September 2006 to February 2007 |
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About RV56 VZW
What car is RV56 VZW?
RV56 VZW is an blue Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Reading in 2006.
What is the mileage of RV56 VZW?
The last recorded mileage for RV56 VZW was 68,525 miles, recorded on 3 Sep 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RV56 VZW passed its MOT?
RV56 VZW has had 19 MOT tests with an 89% pass rate (17 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 3 Sep 2025.
Is RV56 VZW ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RV56 VZW is likely ULEZ compliant. Petrol post-2005 (Euro 4). This is an estimate based on typical emission standards — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker for a definitive answer.
How old is RV56 VZW?
RV56 VZW is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.