Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2009 Volkswagen Golf Diesel 1896cc has had 16 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 2 (88% pass rate). It has 135,267 miles on the clock, averaging 7,969 miles per year, around 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 PK56 WAL
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 135,267 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 10,984 |
| Average per year | 7,969 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 16 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 | PK56 WAL |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2009 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | PK — Preston, Preston |
| Age identifier | 56 — September 2006 to February 2007 |
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About PK56 WAL
What car is PK56 WAL?
PK56 WAL is a grey Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Preston in 2009.
What is the mileage of PK56 WAL?
The last recorded mileage for PK56 WAL was 135,267 miles, recorded on 18 Aug 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has PK56 WAL passed its MOT?
PK56 WAL has had 16 MOT tests with an 88% pass rate (14 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 18 Aug 2025.
Is PK56 WAL ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, PK56 WAL is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2009, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is PK56 WAL?
PK56 WAL is approximately 17 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.