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 1900cc has had 15 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 5 (67% pass rate). It has 186,386 miles on the clock, averaging 15,405 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 DG56 AWH
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 186,386 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 9 |
| Average per year | 15,405 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 15 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 | DG56 AWH |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1900cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | DG — Chester, Deeside to Shrewsbury |
| Age identifier | 56 — September 2006 to February 2007 |
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About DG56 AWH
What car is DG56 AWH?
DG56 AWH is a silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1900cc). First registered in Chester in 2006.
What is the mileage of DG56 AWH?
The last recorded mileage for DG56 AWH was 186,386 miles, recorded on 6 Sep 2018 during its most recent MOT test.
Has DG56 AWH passed its MOT?
DG56 AWH has had 15 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (10 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 6 Sep 2018.
Is DG56 AWH ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, DG56 AWH 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 DG56 AWH?
DG56 AWH is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.