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 19 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 7 (63% pass rate). It has 216,749 miles on the clock, averaging 13,323 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 TWZ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 216,749 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 13,323 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 19 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 TWZ |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Grey |
| 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 TWZ
What car is DY56 TWZ?
DY56 TWZ is a grey Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Shrewsbury in 2006.
What is the mileage of DY56 TWZ?
The last recorded mileage for DY56 TWZ was 216,749 miles, recorded on 17 Sep 2021 during its most recent MOT test.
Has DY56 TWZ passed its MOT?
DY56 TWZ has had 19 MOT tests with a 63% pass rate (12 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 17 Sep 2021.
Is DY56 TWZ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, DY56 TWZ 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 TWZ?
DY56 TWZ is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.