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 18 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 3 (83% pass rate). It has 171,270 miles on the clock, averaging 7,291 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 DG56 EPF
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 171,270 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 7,215 |
| Average per year | 7,291 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 18 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 EPF |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| 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 EPF
What car is DG56 EPF?
DG56 EPF is a blue Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1900cc). First registered in Chester in 2006.
What is the mileage of DG56 EPF?
The last recorded mileage for DG56 EPF was 171,270 miles, recorded on 18 Sep 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has DG56 EPF passed its MOT?
DG56 EPF has had 18 MOT tests with an 83% pass rate (15 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 18 Sep 2025.
Is DG56 EPF ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, DG56 EPF 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 EPF?
DG56 EPF is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.