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 26 MOT tests on record, passing 18 and failing 8 (69% pass rate). It has 159,797 miles on the clock, averaging 7,189 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 HG56 OTB
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 159,797 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 16 |
| Average per year | 7,189 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 26 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 | HG56 OTB |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Green |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | HG — Bournemouth, Hampshire and Dorset |
| Age identifier | 56 — September 2006 to February 2007 |
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About HG56 OTB
What car is HG56 OTB?
HG56 OTB is an green Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Bournemouth in 2006.
What is the mileage of HG56 OTB?
The last recorded mileage for HG56 OTB was 159,797 miles, recorded on 6 Jul 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has HG56 OTB passed its MOT?
HG56 OTB has had 26 MOT tests with a 69% pass rate (18 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 6 Jul 2026.
Is HG56 OTB ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, HG56 OTB 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 HG56 OTB?
HG56 OTB is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.