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 2000cc has had 15 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 4 (73% pass rate). It has 123,717 miles on the clock, averaging 6,466 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 RY55 VBV
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 123,717 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 11,663 |
| Average per year | 6,466 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 15 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 | RY55 VBV |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 2000cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | RY — Reading, Reading |
| Age identifier | 55 — September 2005 to February 2006 |
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About RY55 VBV
What car is RY55 VBV?
RY55 VBV is an red Volkswagen Golf, petrol (2000cc). First registered in Reading in 2006.
What is the mileage of RY55 VBV?
The last recorded mileage for RY55 VBV was 123,717 miles, recorded on 3 Aug 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RY55 VBV passed its MOT?
RY55 VBV has had 15 MOT tests with a 73% pass rate (11 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 3 Aug 2019.
Is RY55 VBV ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RY55 VBV 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 RY55 VBV?
RY55 VBV is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.