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PF56 TSY

2006 Volkswagen Golf · Diesel · 1896cc

Grey Registered in Preston, Preston · 20 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2006
FuelDiesel
Engine1896cc
ColourGrey
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantDiesel pre-2015
Est. Annual Tax£165–£265

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 15 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 3 (80% pass rate). It has 120,342 miles on the clock, averaging 6,837 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 PF56 TSY

MOT Status
Due date passed
120,342
Last Mileage
Recorded
15
Total Tests
Since 2009
80%
Pass Rate
12 passed, 3 failed

Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.

3

MOT failures recorded

Out of 15 tests on record
6,837

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading120,342 miles
Reading date
Miles last year13,590
Average per year6,837
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for PF56 TSY 39k59k80k100k120k '09'21'16

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Full MOT Test History 15 tests on record

PASS
Mileage120,342 miles
Since last MOT+13,590 miles
PASS
Mileage106,752 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage106,752 miles
Since last MOT+8,313 miles
PASS
Mileage98,439 miles
Since last MOT+81 miles
FAIL
Mileage98,358 miles
Since last MOT+15,271 miles
PASS
Mileage83,087 miles
Since last MOT+4,746 miles
PASS
Mileage78,341 miles
Since last MOT+3,667 miles
PASS
Mileage74,674 miles
Since last MOT+3,423 miles
PASS
Mileage71,251 miles
Since last MOT+3,228 miles
PASS
Mileage68,023 miles
Since last MOT+4,432 miles
FAIL
Mileage63,591 miles
Since last MOT+3,718 miles
PASS
Mileage59,873 miles
Since last MOT+3,397 miles
PASS
Mileage56,476 miles
Since last MOT+7,636 miles
PASS
Mileage48,840 miles
Since last MOT+9,817 miles
PASS
Mileage39,023 miles

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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

RegistrationPF56 TSY
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1896cc
Year2006
First registered
Area codePF — Preston, Preston
Age identifier56 — September 2006 to February 2007

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About PF56 TSY

What car is PF56 TSY?

PF56 TSY is a grey Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Preston in 2006.

What is the mileage of PF56 TSY?

The last recorded mileage for PF56 TSY was 120,342 miles, recorded on 29 Oct 2021 during its most recent MOT test.

Has PF56 TSY passed its MOT?

PF56 TSY has had 15 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (12 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 29 Oct 2021.

Is PF56 TSY ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, PF56 TSY 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 PF56 TSY?

PF56 TSY is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.