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 2 MOT tests on record, passing 1 and failing once (50% pass rate). It has 53,356 miles on the clock at the last MOT. The 1.9 TDI engine is known for 1. injector seal failure causing diesel fuel ingress into engine oil.
MOT & Mileage History for DF55 AXB
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
| Latest reading | 53,356 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 469 |
| Mileage consistency | Unknown |
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Full MOT Test History 2 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 | DF55 AXB |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | DF — Chester, Deeside to Shrewsbury |
| Age identifier | 55 — September 2005 to February 2006 |
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About DF55 AXB
What car is DF55 AXB?
DF55 AXB is a grey Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Chester in 2006.
What is the mileage of DF55 AXB?
The last recorded mileage for DF55 AXB was 53,356 miles, recorded on 23 Jan 2009 during its most recent MOT test.
Has DF55 AXB passed its MOT?
DF55 AXB has had 2 MOT tests with a 50% pass rate (1 pass, 1 failure). It last passed on 23 Jan 2009.
Is DF55 AXB ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, DF55 AXB 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 DF55 AXB?
DF55 AXB is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.