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 9 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing once (89% pass rate). It has 146,956 miles on the clock, averaging 16,036 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 WR56 UBK
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 146,956 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 6,850 |
| Average per year | 16,036 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 9 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 | WR56 UBK |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2007 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | WR — Bristol, West of England |
| Age identifier | 56 — September 2006 to February 2007 |
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About WR56 UBK
What car is WR56 UBK?
WR56 UBK is a grey Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Bristol in 2007.
What is the mileage of WR56 UBK?
The last recorded mileage for WR56 UBK was 146,956 miles, recorded on 26 Jan 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has WR56 UBK passed its MOT?
WR56 UBK has had 9 MOT tests with an 89% pass rate (8 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 26 Jan 2017.
Is WR56 UBK ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, WR56 UBK 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 WR56 UBK?
WR56 UBK is approximately 19 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.