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 11 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing once (91% pass rate). It has 122,434 miles on the clock, averaging 9,839 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 WA56 UYL
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 122,434 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 8,901 |
| Average per year | 9,839 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 11 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 | WA56 UYL |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | WA — Exeter, West of England |
| Age identifier | 56 — September 2006 to February 2007 |
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About WA56 UYL
What car is WA56 UYL?
WA56 UYL is a blue Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Exeter in 2006.
What is the mileage of WA56 UYL?
The last recorded mileage for WA56 UYL was 122,434 miles, recorded on 6 Feb 2018 during its most recent MOT test.
Has WA56 UYL passed its MOT?
WA56 UYL has had 11 MOT tests with an 91% pass rate (10 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 6 Feb 2018.
Is WA56 UYL ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, WA56 UYL 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 WA56 UYL?
WA56 UYL is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.