Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2006 Volkswagen Golf Diesel 1896cc has had 17 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 3 (82% pass rate). It has 127,391 miles on the clock, averaging 7,324 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 USP
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 127,391 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 4,566 |
| Average per year | 7,324 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 17 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 USP |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Grey |
| 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 USP
What car is OV56 USP?
OV56 USP is an grey Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Oxford in 2006.
What is the mileage of OV56 USP?
The last recorded mileage for OV56 USP was 127,391 miles, recorded on 3 Dec 2022 during its most recent MOT test.
Has OV56 USP passed its MOT?
OV56 USP has had 17 MOT tests with an 82% pass rate (14 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 3 Dec 2022.
Is OV56 USP ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, OV56 USP 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 USP?
OV56 USP is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.