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PK56 YXN

2006 Volkswagen Golf · Diesel · 1896cc

Red Registered in Preston, Preston · 20 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2006
FuelDiesel
Engine1896cc
ColourRed
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 18 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 4 (78% pass rate). It has 102,123 miles on the clock, averaging 5,705 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 PK56 YXN

MOT Status
Due date passed
102,123
Last Mileage
Recorded
18
Total Tests
Since 2009
78%
Pass Rate
14 passed, 4 failed

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

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 18 tests on record
5,705

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading102,123 miles
Reading date
Average per year5,705
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for PK56 YXN 28k47k65k84k102k '09'22'18

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Full MOT Test History 18 tests on record

PASS
Mileage102,123 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage102,123 miles
Since last MOT+2,159 miles
PASS
Mileage99,964 miles
Since last MOT+6 miles
FAIL
Mileage99,958 miles
Since last MOT+2,049 miles
PASS
Mileage97,909 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage97,909 miles
Since last MOT+3,579 miles
PASS
Mileage94,330 miles
Since last MOT+4,878 miles
PASS
Mileage89,452 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage89,452 miles
Since last MOT+4,717 miles
PASS
Mileage84,735 miles
Since last MOT+3,898 miles
PASS
Mileage80,837 miles
Since last MOT+4,327 miles
PASS
Mileage76,510 miles
Since last MOT+5,126 miles
PASS
Mileage71,384 miles
Since last MOT+6,733 miles
PASS
Mileage64,651 miles
Since last MOT+6,263 miles
PASS
Mileage58,388 miles
Since last MOT+7,950 miles
PASS
Mileage50,438 miles
Since last MOT+10,764 miles
PASS
Mileage39,674 miles
Since last MOT+11,661 miles
PASS
Mileage28,013 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

RegistrationPK56 YXN
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1896cc
Year2006
First registered
Area codePK — Preston, Preston
Age identifier56 — September 2006 to February 2007

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About PK56 YXN

What car is PK56 YXN?

PK56 YXN is a red Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Preston in 2006.

What is the mileage of PK56 YXN?

The last recorded mileage for PK56 YXN was 102,123 miles, recorded on 31 Oct 2022 during its most recent MOT test.

Has PK56 YXN passed its MOT?

PK56 YXN has had 18 MOT tests with a 78% pass rate (14 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 31 Oct 2022.

Is PK56 YXN ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, PK56 YXN 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 PK56 YXN?

PK56 YXN is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.