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 11 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 3 (73% pass rate). It has 139,420 miles on the clock, averaging 12,380 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 OY56 XAF
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 139,420 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 5 |
| Average per year | 12,380 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 11 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 | OY56 XAF |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | OY — Oxford, Oxford |
| Age identifier | 56 — September 2006 to February 2007 |
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About OY56 XAF
What car is OY56 XAF?
OY56 XAF is an blue Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Oxford in 2006.
What is the mileage of OY56 XAF?
The last recorded mileage for OY56 XAF was 139,420 miles, recorded on 5 Jul 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has OY56 XAF passed its MOT?
OY56 XAF has had 11 MOT tests with a 73% pass rate (8 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 5 Jul 2017.
Is OY56 XAF ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, OY56 XAF 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 OY56 XAF?
OY56 XAF is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.