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 24 MOT tests on record, passing 18 and failing 6 (75% pass rate). It has 187,811 miles on the clock, averaging 7,215 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 DA56 VWS
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 187,811 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 7,215 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 24 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 VWS |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| 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 VWS
What car is DA56 VWS?
DA56 VWS is a blue Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Chester in 2007.
What is the mileage of DA56 VWS?
The last recorded mileage for DA56 VWS was 187,811 miles, recorded on 21 Jul 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has DA56 VWS passed its MOT?
DA56 VWS has had 24 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (18 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 21 Jul 2026.
Is DA56 VWS ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, DA56 VWS 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 VWS?
DA56 VWS is approximately 19 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.