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 19 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 4 (79% pass rate). It has 180,576 miles on the clock, averaging 9,644 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 DA51 LPA
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 180,576 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 950 |
| Average per year | 9,644 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 19 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 | DA51 LPA |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | DA — Chester, Deeside to Shrewsbury |
| Age identifier | 51 — September 2001 to February 2002 |
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About DA51 LPA
What car is DA51 LPA?
DA51 LPA is a blue Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Chester in 2006.
What is the mileage of DA51 LPA?
The last recorded mileage for DA51 LPA was 180,576 miles, recorded on 27 Sep 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has DA51 LPA passed its MOT?
DA51 LPA has had 19 MOT tests with a 79% pass rate (15 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 27 Sep 2025.
Is DA51 LPA ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, DA51 LPA 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 DA51 LPA?
DA51 LPA is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.