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 19 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 5 (74% pass rate). It has 147,259 miles on the clock, averaging 8,914 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400.
MOT & Mileage History for DG56 XLP
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 147,259 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 3 |
| Average per year | 8,914 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 19 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | DG56 XLP |
| 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 XLP
What car is DG56 XLP?
DG56 XLP is a silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Chester in 2006.
What is the mileage of DG56 XLP?
The last recorded mileage for DG56 XLP was 147,259 miles, recorded on 14 Dec 2022 during its most recent MOT test.
Has DG56 XLP passed its MOT?
DG56 XLP has had 19 MOT tests with a 74% pass rate (14 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 14 Dec 2022.
Is DG56 XLP ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, DG56 XLP 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 XLP?
DG56 XLP is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.