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 2007 Volkswagen Golf Diesel 1896cc has had 14 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 5 (64% pass rate). It has 153,597 miles on the clock, averaging 10,440 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 DA56 SVE
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 153,597 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 10,440 |
| 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 | DA56 SVE |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2007 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | DA — Chester, Deeside to Shrewsbury |
| Age identifier | 56 — September 2006 to February 2007 |
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About DA56 SVE
What car is DA56 SVE?
DA56 SVE is a grey Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Chester in 2007.
What is the mileage of DA56 SVE?
The last recorded mileage for DA56 SVE was 153,597 miles, recorded on 18 Jan 2020 during its most recent MOT test.
Has DA56 SVE passed its MOT?
DA56 SVE has had 14 MOT tests with a 64% pass rate (9 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 18 Jan 2020.
Is DA56 SVE ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, DA56 SVE is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2007, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is DA56 SVE?
DA56 SVE is approximately 19 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.