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 19 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 5 (74% pass rate). It has 141,000 miles on the clock, averaging 7,665 miles per year, around 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 MGJ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 141,000 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 9,547 |
| Average per year | 7,665 |
| 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
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 MGJ |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| 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 MGJ
What car is RX56 MGJ?
RX56 MGJ is an black Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1984cc). First registered in Reading in 2006.
What is the mileage of RX56 MGJ?
The last recorded mileage for RX56 MGJ was 141,000 miles, recorded on 15 Dec 2023 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RX56 MGJ passed its MOT?
RX56 MGJ has had 19 MOT tests with a 74% pass rate (14 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 15 Dec 2023.
Is RX56 MGJ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RX56 MGJ 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 MGJ?
RX56 MGJ is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.