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 22 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 9 (59% pass rate). It has 155,918 miles on the clock, averaging 7,948 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 VN56 WSO
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 155,918 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 6,153 |
| Average per year | 7,948 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 22 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 | VN56 WSO |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | VN — Worcester, Severn Valley |
| Age identifier | 56 — September 2006 to February 2007 |
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About VN56 WSO
What car is VN56 WSO?
VN56 WSO is a black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Worcester in 2006.
What is the mileage of VN56 WSO?
The last recorded mileage for VN56 WSO was 155,918 miles, recorded on 13 Jan 2024 during its most recent MOT test.
Has VN56 WSO passed its MOT?
VN56 WSO has had 22 MOT tests with a 59% pass rate (13 passes, 9 failures). It last was tested on 13 Jan 2024.
Is VN56 WSO ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, VN56 WSO 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 VN56 WSO?
VN56 WSO is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.