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 13 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 4 (69% pass rate). It has 193,908 miles on the clock, averaging 13,119 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 SPZ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 193,908 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 4,564 |
| Average per year | 13,119 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 13 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 SPZ |
| 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 SPZ
What car is PE56 SPZ?
PE56 SPZ is a silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Preston in 2006.
What is the mileage of PE56 SPZ?
The last recorded mileage for PE56 SPZ was 193,908 miles, recorded on 31 Jan 2018 during its most recent MOT test.
Has PE56 SPZ passed its MOT?
PE56 SPZ has had 13 MOT tests with a 69% pass rate (9 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 31 Jan 2018.
Is PE56 SPZ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, PE56 SPZ 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 SPZ?
PE56 SPZ is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.