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 Diesel 1896cc has had 25 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 9 (64% pass rate). It has 131,608 miles on the clock, averaging 6,387 miles per year, 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 CA56 AUY
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 131,608 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 4 |
| Average per year | 6,387 |
| 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.
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 | CA56 AUY |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | CA — Cardiff, Cymru (Wales) |
| Age identifier | 56 — September 2006 to February 2007 |
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About CA56 AUY
What car is CA56 AUY?
CA56 AUY is a blue Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Cardiff in 2006.
What is the mileage of CA56 AUY?
The last recorded mileage for CA56 AUY was 131,608 miles, recorded on 30 Sep 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has CA56 AUY passed its MOT?
CA56 AUY has had 25 MOT tests with a 64% pass rate (16 passes, 9 failures). It last passed on 30 Sep 2025.
Is CA56 AUY ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, CA56 AUY 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 CA56 AUY?
CA56 AUY is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.