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 20 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 4 (80% pass rate). It has 105,913 miles on the clock, averaging 4,892 miles per year, well 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 WCR
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 105,913 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 4,892 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 20 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 WCR |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| 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 WCR
What car is PO56 WCR?
PO56 WCR is a silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Preston in 2006.
What is the mileage of PO56 WCR?
The last recorded mileage for PO56 WCR was 105,913 miles, recorded on 4 Nov 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has PO56 WCR passed its MOT?
PO56 WCR has had 20 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (16 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 4 Nov 2025.
Is PO56 WCR ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, PO56 WCR 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 WCR?
PO56 WCR is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.