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 15 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 3 (80% pass rate). It has 155,420 miles on the clock, averaging 7,071 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 DY56 LZL
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 155,420 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 1 |
| Average per year | 7,071 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 15 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 LZL |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| 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 LZL
What car is DY56 LZL?
DY56 LZL is a silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Shrewsbury in 2006.
What is the mileage of DY56 LZL?
The last recorded mileage for DY56 LZL was 155,420 miles, recorded on 13 Nov 2020 during its most recent MOT test.
Has DY56 LZL passed its MOT?
DY56 LZL has had 15 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (12 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 13 Nov 2020.
Is DY56 LZL ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, DY56 LZL 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 LZL?
DY56 LZL is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.