Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2007 Volkswagen Golf Diesel 1896cc has had 15 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing once (93% pass rate). It has 146,659 miles on the clock, averaging 9,161 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 OV56 USF
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 146,659 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 8,590 |
| Average per year | 9,161 |
| 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 | OV56 USF |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Grey |
| 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 USF
What car is OV56 USF?
OV56 USF is an grey Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Oxford in 2007.
What is the mileage of OV56 USF?
The last recorded mileage for OV56 USF was 146,659 miles, recorded on 26 Jan 2023 during its most recent MOT test.
Has OV56 USF passed its MOT?
OV56 USF has had 15 MOT tests with an 93% pass rate (14 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 26 Jan 2023.
Is OV56 USF ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, OV56 USF 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 USF?
OV56 USF is approximately 19 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.