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 Petrol 1390cc has had 22 MOT tests on record, passing 17 and failing 5 (77% pass rate). It has 154,353 miles on the clock, averaging 7,142 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.4 engine is known for bud/bca.
MOT & Mileage History for DY56 XGW
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 154,353 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 24 |
| Average per year | 7,142 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 22 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | DY56 XGW |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| 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 XGW
What car is DY56 XGW?
DY56 XGW is a blue Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Shrewsbury in 2006.
What is the mileage of DY56 XGW?
The last recorded mileage for DY56 XGW was 154,353 miles, recorded on 6 Feb 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has DY56 XGW passed its MOT?
DY56 XGW has had 22 MOT tests with a 77% pass rate (17 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 6 Feb 2026.
Is DY56 XGW ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, DY56 XGW is likely ULEZ compliant. Petrol post-2005 (Euro 4). This is an estimate based on typical emission standards — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker for a definitive answer.
How old is DY56 XGW?
DY56 XGW is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.