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 8 MOT tests on record, passing 7 and failing once (88% pass rate). It has 155,315 miles on the clock, averaging 13,996 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 PE56 SBY
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 155,315 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 13,996 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 8 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 | PE56 SBY |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | PE — Preston, Preston |
| Age identifier | 56 — September 2006 to February 2007 |
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About PE56 SBY
What car is PE56 SBY?
PE56 SBY is a silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Preston in 2006.
What is the mileage of PE56 SBY?
The last recorded mileage for PE56 SBY was 155,315 miles, recorded on 27 Jul 2015 during its most recent MOT test.
Has PE56 SBY passed its MOT?
PE56 SBY has had 8 MOT tests with an 88% pass rate (7 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 27 Jul 2015.
Is PE56 SBY ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, PE56 SBY 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 PE56 SBY?
PE56 SBY is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.