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 17 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 6 (65% pass rate). It has 135,755 miles on the clock, averaging 2,552 miles per year, well 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 VWX
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 135,755 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 263 |
| Average per year | 2,552 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 17 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 VWX |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| 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 VWX
What car is DA56 VWX?
DA56 VWX is a silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Chester in 2007.
What is the mileage of DA56 VWX?
The last recorded mileage for DA56 VWX was 135,755 miles, recorded on 8 Apr 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has DA56 VWX passed its MOT?
DA56 VWX has had 17 MOT tests with a 65% pass rate (11 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 8 Apr 2019.
Is DA56 VWX ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, DA56 VWX 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 VWX?
DA56 VWX is approximately 19 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.