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 7 MOT tests on record, passing 4 and failing 3 (57% pass rate). It has 174,241 miles on the clock, averaging 20,063 miles per year, above 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 DY56 AGV
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 174,241 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 503 |
| Average per year | 20,063 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 7 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 | DY56 AGV |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | DY — Shrewsbury, Deeside to Shrewsbury |
| Age identifier | 56 — September 2006 to February 2007 |
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About DY56 AGV
What car is DY56 AGV?
DY56 AGV is a blue Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Shrewsbury in 2006.
What is the mileage of DY56 AGV?
The last recorded mileage for DY56 AGV was 174,241 miles, recorded on 17 Dec 2013 during its most recent MOT test.
Has DY56 AGV passed its MOT?
DY56 AGV has had 7 MOT tests with a 57% pass rate (4 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 17 Dec 2013.
Is DY56 AGV ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, DY56 AGV 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 DY56 AGV?
DY56 AGV is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.