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 Petrol 1600cc has had 22 MOT tests on record, passing 18 and failing 4 (82% pass rate). It has 82,594 miles on the clock, averaging 3,641 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400.
MOT & Mileage History for DG56 VAU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 82,594 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 2,329 |
| Average per year | 3,641 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 22 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | DG56 VAU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1600cc |
| 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 VAU
What car is DG56 VAU?
DG56 VAU is a grey Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1600cc). First registered in Chester in 2006.
What is the mileage of DG56 VAU?
The last recorded mileage for DG56 VAU was 82,594 miles, recorded on 1 May 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has DG56 VAU passed its MOT?
DG56 VAU has had 22 MOT tests with an 82% pass rate (18 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 1 May 2026.
Is DG56 VAU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, DG56 VAU is likely ULEZ compliant. Petrol post-2005 (Euro 4). This is an estimate based on typical emission standards — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker for a definitive answer.
How old is DG56 VAU?
DG56 VAU is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.