Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2006 Volkswagen Golf Diesel 1896cc has had 7 MOT tests on record, passing 5 and failing 2 (71% pass rate). It has 118,509 miles on the clock, averaging 14,217 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 VX56 OSW
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 118,509 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 15,817 |
| Average per year | 14,217 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 7 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Volkswagen Golf
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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 | VX56 OSW |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | VX — Worcester, Severn Valley |
| Age identifier | 56 — September 2006 to February 2007 |
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About VX56 OSW
What car is VX56 OSW?
VX56 OSW is a black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Worcester in 2006.
What is the mileage of VX56 OSW?
The last recorded mileage for VX56 OSW was 118,509 miles, recorded on 7 Jan 2015 during its most recent MOT test.
Has VX56 OSW passed its MOT?
VX56 OSW has had 7 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (5 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 7 Jan 2015.
Is VX56 OSW ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, VX56 OSW 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 VX56 OSW?
VX56 OSW is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.