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 1968cc has had 20 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 7 (65% pass rate). It has 110,773 miles on the clock, averaging 6,121 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400.
MOT & Mileage History for DG56 XLM
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 110,773 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 5,038 |
| Average per year | 6,121 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 20 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | DG56 XLM |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1968cc |
| 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 XLM
What car is DG56 XLM?
DG56 XLM is a silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Chester in 2006.
What is the mileage of DG56 XLM?
The last recorded mileage for DG56 XLM was 110,773 miles, recorded on 27 Feb 2023 during its most recent MOT test.
Has DG56 XLM passed its MOT?
DG56 XLM has had 20 MOT tests with a 65% pass rate (13 passes, 7 failures). It last was tested on 27 Feb 2023.
Is DG56 XLM ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, DG56 XLM 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 XLM?
DG56 XLM is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.