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 21 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 5 (76% pass rate). It has 147,807 miles on the clock, averaging 7,095 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 HW56 GDO
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 147,807 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 6,686 |
| Average per year | 7,095 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 21 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 | HW56 GDO |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | HW — Portsmouth, Hampshire and Dorset |
| Age identifier | 56 — September 2006 to February 2007 |
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About HW56 GDO
What car is HW56 GDO?
HW56 GDO is an red Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Portsmouth in 2006.
What is the mileage of HW56 GDO?
The last recorded mileage for HW56 GDO was 147,807 miles, recorded on 12 Nov 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has HW56 GDO passed its MOT?
HW56 GDO has had 21 MOT tests with a 76% pass rate (16 passes, 5 failures). It last was tested on 12 Nov 2025.
Is HW56 GDO ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, HW56 GDO 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 HW56 GDO?
HW56 GDO is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.