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 1984cc has had 25 MOT tests on record, passing 17 and failing 8 (68% pass rate). It has 133,045 miles on the clock, averaging 6,611 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 2.0 FSI engine is known for high pressure fuel pump (hpfp) cam follower and cam lobe wear.
MOT & Mileage History for RX56 HVP
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Average miles/year
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 133,045 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 6,611 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 25 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.
High Pressure Fuel Pump (HPFP) cam follower (part typically 06F198151 or equivalent) and cam lobe wear
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | RX56 HVP |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1984cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | RX — Reading, Reading |
| Age identifier | 56 — September 2006 to February 2007 |
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About RX56 HVP
What car is RX56 HVP?
RX56 HVP is an silver Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1984cc). First registered in Reading in 2006.
What is the mileage of RX56 HVP?
The last recorded mileage for RX56 HVP was 133,045 miles, recorded on 2 May 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RX56 HVP passed its MOT?
RX56 HVP has had 25 MOT tests with a 68% pass rate (17 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 2 May 2026.
Is RX56 HVP ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RX56 HVP 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 RX56 HVP?
RX56 HVP is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.