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 18 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 4 (78% pass rate). It has 142,296 miles on the clock, averaging 8,537 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 WR56 UBT
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 142,296 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 7,408 |
| Average per year | 8,537 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 18 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 UBT |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | WR — Bristol, West of England |
| Age identifier | 56 — September 2006 to February 2007 |
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About WR56 UBT
What car is WR56 UBT?
WR56 UBT is a blue Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Bristol in 2006.
What is the mileage of WR56 UBT?
The last recorded mileage for WR56 UBT was 142,296 miles, recorded on 1 Dec 2023 during its most recent MOT test.
Has WR56 UBT passed its MOT?
WR56 UBT has had 18 MOT tests with a 78% pass rate (14 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 1 Dec 2023.
Is WR56 UBT ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, WR56 UBT 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 WR56 UBT?
WR56 UBT is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.