Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2006 Volkswagen Golf Diesel 1896cc has had 18 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 5 (72% pass rate). It has 100,649 miles on the clock, averaging 6,789 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 XAU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 100,649 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 115 |
| Average per year | 6,789 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 18 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Volkswagen Golf
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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 XAU |
| 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 XAU
What car is DY56 XAU?
DY56 XAU is a grey Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Shrewsbury in 2006.
What is the mileage of DY56 XAU?
The last recorded mileage for DY56 XAU was 100,649 miles, recorded on 12 Oct 2021 during its most recent MOT test.
Has DY56 XAU passed its MOT?
DY56 XAU has had 18 MOT tests with a 72% pass rate (13 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 12 Oct 2021.
Is DY56 XAU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, DY56 XAU 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 XAU?
DY56 XAU is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.