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 12 MOT tests on record, passing every one. It has 118,142 miles on the clock, averaging 8,376 miles per year, around 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 PFJ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 118,142 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 15,552 |
| Average per year | 8,376 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 12 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 PFJ |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | OV — Oxford, Oxford |
| Age identifier | 56 — September 2006 to February 2007 |
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About OV56 PFJ
What car is OV56 PFJ?
OV56 PFJ is an silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Oxford in 2006.
What is the mileage of OV56 PFJ?
The last recorded mileage for OV56 PFJ was 118,142 miles, recorded on 15 May 2021 during its most recent MOT test.
Has OV56 PFJ passed its MOT?
OV56 PFJ has had 12 MOT tests with an 100% pass rate (12 passes, 0 failures). It last passed on 15 May 2021.
Is OV56 PFJ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, OV56 PFJ 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 OV56 PFJ?
OV56 PFJ is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.