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 27 MOT tests on record, passing 17 and failing 10 (63% pass rate). It has 144,408 miles on the clock, averaging 6,942 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 PO56 WCL
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 144,408 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 6,942 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 27 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 | PO56 WCL |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | PO — Preston, Preston |
| Age identifier | 56 — September 2006 to February 2007 |
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About PO56 WCL
What car is PO56 WCL?
PO56 WCL is a blue Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Preston in 2006.
What is the mileage of PO56 WCL?
The last recorded mileage for PO56 WCL was 144,408 miles, recorded on 14 Mar 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has PO56 WCL passed its MOT?
PO56 WCL has had 27 MOT tests with a 63% pass rate (17 passes, 10 failures). It last passed on 14 Mar 2026.
Is PO56 WCL ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, PO56 WCL 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 PO56 WCL?
PO56 WCL is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.