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 27 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 11 (59% pass rate). It has 115,515 miles on the clock, averaging 3,705 miles per year, well 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 WWJ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 115,515 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 3,705 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 27 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 WWJ |
| 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 WWJ
What car is DY56 WWJ?
DY56 WWJ is a blue Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Shrewsbury in 2006.
What is the mileage of DY56 WWJ?
The last recorded mileage for DY56 WWJ was 115,515 miles, recorded on 23 Jan 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has DY56 WWJ passed its MOT?
DY56 WWJ has had 27 MOT tests with a 59% pass rate (16 passes, 11 failures). It last passed on 23 Jan 2026.
Is DY56 WWJ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, DY56 WWJ 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 WWJ?
DY56 WWJ is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.