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 21 MOT tests on record, passing 17 and failing 4 (81% pass rate). It has 128,186 miles on the clock, averaging 5,836 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 XHL
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Average miles/year
Gap in MOT history
Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 128,186 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 5,836 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 21 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 XHL |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Red |
| 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 XHL
What car is RX56 XHL?
RX56 XHL is an red Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1984cc). First registered in Reading in 2006.
What is the mileage of RX56 XHL?
The last recorded mileage for RX56 XHL was 128,186 miles, recorded on 11 Dec 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RX56 XHL passed its MOT?
RX56 XHL has had 21 MOT tests with an 81% pass rate (17 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 11 Dec 2025.
Is RX56 XHL ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RX56 XHL 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 XHL?
RX56 XHL is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.