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 1896cc has had 24 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 8 (67% pass rate). It has 146,705 miles on the clock, averaging 6,915 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 DV56 BFX
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 146,705 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 3 |
| Average per year | 6,915 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 24 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 | DV56 BFX |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | DV — Shrewsbury, Deeside to Shrewsbury |
| Age identifier | 56 — September 2006 to February 2007 |
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About DV56 BFX
What car is DV56 BFX?
DV56 BFX is a silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Shrewsbury in 2006.
What is the mileage of DV56 BFX?
The last recorded mileage for DV56 BFX was 146,705 miles, recorded on 10 Dec 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has DV56 BFX passed its MOT?
DV56 BFX has had 24 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (16 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 10 Dec 2025.
Is DV56 BFX ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, DV56 BFX 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 DV56 BFX?
DV56 BFX is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.