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 2007 Volkswagen Golf Diesel 1896cc has had 21 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 6 (71% pass rate). It has 179,312 miles on the clock, averaging 10,173 miles per year, above 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 VE56 OSJ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 179,312 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 9,761 |
| Average per year | 10,173 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 21 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 | VE56 OSJ |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2007 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | VE — Worcester, Severn Valley |
| Age identifier | 56 — September 2006 to February 2007 |
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About VE56 OSJ
What car is VE56 OSJ?
VE56 OSJ is a black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Worcester in 2007.
What is the mileage of VE56 OSJ?
The last recorded mileage for VE56 OSJ was 179,312 miles, recorded on 30 Aug 2024 during its most recent MOT test.
Has VE56 OSJ passed its MOT?
VE56 OSJ has had 21 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (15 passes, 6 failures). It last was tested on 30 Aug 2024.
Is VE56 OSJ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, VE56 OSJ is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2007, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is VE56 OSJ?
VE56 OSJ is approximately 19 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.