Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2007 Volkswagen Golf Diesel 1896cc has had 13 MOT tests on record, passing 7 and failing 6 (54% pass rate). It has 68,585 miles on the clock, averaging 6,432 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 OV56 MPY
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 68,585 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 8,258 |
| Average per year | 6,432 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 13 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 | OV56 MPY |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2007 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | OV — Oxford, Oxford |
| Age identifier | 56 — September 2006 to February 2007 |
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About OV56 MPY
What car is OV56 MPY?
OV56 MPY is an blue Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Oxford in 2007.
What is the mileage of OV56 MPY?
The last recorded mileage for OV56 MPY was 68,585 miles, recorded on 26 Aug 2016 during its most recent MOT test.
Has OV56 MPY passed its MOT?
OV56 MPY has had 13 MOT tests with a 54% pass rate (7 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 26 Aug 2016.
Is OV56 MPY ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, OV56 MPY is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2007, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is OV56 MPY?
OV56 MPY is approximately 19 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.