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 10 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 2 (80% pass rate). It has 165,480 miles on the clock, averaging 17,729 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 FY56 VWS
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 165,480 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 12,441 |
| Average per year | 17,729 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 10 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 | FY56 VWS |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | FY — Lincoln, Forest and Fens |
| Age identifier | 56 — September 2006 to February 2007 |
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About FY56 VWS
What car is FY56 VWS?
FY56 VWS is an silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Lincoln in 2006.
What is the mileage of FY56 VWS?
The last recorded mileage for FY56 VWS was 165,480 miles, recorded on 27 Oct 2016 during its most recent MOT test.
Has FY56 VWS passed its MOT?
FY56 VWS has had 10 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (8 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 27 Oct 2016.
Is FY56 VWS ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, FY56 VWS 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 FY56 VWS?
FY56 VWS is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.