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 15 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 2 (87% pass rate). It has 183,269 miles on the clock, averaging 12,524 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 MA56 DBV
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 183,269 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 14,459 |
| Average per year | 12,524 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 15 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 | MA56 DBV |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | MA — Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside |
| Age identifier | 56 — September 2006 to February 2007 |
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About MA56 DBV
What car is MA56 DBV?
MA56 DBV is an grey Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Manchester in 2006.
What is the mileage of MA56 DBV?
The last recorded mileage for MA56 DBV was 183,269 miles, recorded on 1 Feb 2022 during its most recent MOT test.
Has MA56 DBV passed its MOT?
MA56 DBV has had 15 MOT tests with an 87% pass rate (13 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 1 Feb 2022.
Is MA56 DBV ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, MA56 DBV 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 MA56 DBV?
MA56 DBV is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.