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 13 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 2 (85% pass rate). The 1.9 TDI engine is known for 1. injector seal failure causing diesel fuel ingress into engine oil.
MOT & Mileage History for DV56 XTU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 170,500 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 8,546 |
| Average per year | 10,998 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 13 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 XTU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| 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 XTU
What car is DV56 XTU?
DV56 XTU is a black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Shrewsbury in 2006.
Has DV56 XTU passed its MOT?
DV56 XTU has had 13 MOT tests with an 85% pass rate (11 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 9 Oct 2021.
Is DV56 XTU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, DV56 XTU 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 XTU?
DV56 XTU is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.