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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 Diesel 1896cc has had 17 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 3 (82% pass rate). It has 136,386 miles on the clock, averaging 4,353 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.9 TDI engine is known for 1. injector seal failure causing diesel fuel ingress into engine oil.
MOT & Mileage History for AO56 HWS
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 136,386 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 751 |
| Average per year | 4,353 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 17 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.
1. Injector Seal Failure Causing Diesel Fuel Ingress into Engine Oil
The rubber seal around the fuel injector degrades, allowing diesel fuel to seep past the seal into the engine sump, contaminating the engine oil.
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | AO56 HWS |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | AO — Norwich, Anglia |
| Age identifier | 56 — September 2006 to February 2007 |
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About AO56 HWS
What car is AO56 HWS?
AO56 HWS is an black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Norwich in 2006.
What is the mileage of AO56 HWS?
The last recorded mileage for AO56 HWS was 136,386 miles, recorded on 20 May 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has AO56 HWS passed its MOT?
AO56 HWS has had 17 MOT tests with an 82% pass rate (14 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 20 May 2025.
Is AO56 HWS ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, AO56 HWS is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2006, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is AO56 HWS?
AO56 HWS is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.