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 1390cc has had 17 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 3 (82% pass rate). The 1.4 engine is known for bud/bca.
MOT & Mileage History for DS56 SEL
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
MOT failures recorded
Average miles/year
Gaps in MOT history
Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 119,105 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 1,243 |
| Average per year | 5,649 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 17 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Volkswagen Golf
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | DS56 SEL |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | DS — Shrewsbury, Deeside to Shrewsbury |
| Age identifier | 56 — September 2006 to February 2007 |
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About DS56 SEL
What car is DS56 SEL?
DS56 SEL is a silver Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Shrewsbury in 2006.
Has DS56 SEL passed its MOT?
DS56 SEL has had 17 MOT tests with an 82% pass rate (14 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 11 Aug 2023.
Is DS56 SEL ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, DS56 SEL 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 DS56 SEL?
DS56 SEL is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.