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 14 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 4 (71% pass rate). It has 151,174 miles on the clock, averaging 13,489 miles per year, above 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 CU56 OUE
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 151,174 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 13,489 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 14 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 | CU56 OUE |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | CU — Swansea, Cymru (Wales) |
| Age identifier | 56 — September 2006 to February 2007 |
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About CU56 OUE
What car is CU56 OUE?
CU56 OUE is a black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Swansea in 2006.
What is the mileage of CU56 OUE?
The last recorded mileage for CU56 OUE was 151,174 miles, recorded on 1 Aug 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has CU56 OUE passed its MOT?
CU56 OUE has had 14 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (10 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 1 Aug 2019.
Is CU56 OUE ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, CU56 OUE 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 CU56 OUE?
CU56 OUE is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.