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 2014 Volkswagen Golf Diesel 1968cc has had 10 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing once (90% pass rate). It has 168,229 miles on the clock, averaging 5,301 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 2.0 TDI engine is known for crbc and dpf (diesel particulate filter) clogging.
MOT & Mileage History for YA56 ESA
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 168,229 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 2,882 |
| Average per year | 5,301 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 10 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Volkswagen Golf
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DPF (Diesel Particulate Filter) clogging
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | YA56 ESA |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1968cc |
| Year | 2014 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | YA — Leeds, Yorkshire |
| Age identifier | 56 — September 2006 to February 2007 |
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About YA56 ESA
What car is YA56 ESA?
YA56 ESA is a blue Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Leeds in 2014.
What is the mileage of YA56 ESA?
The last recorded mileage for YA56 ESA was 168,229 miles, recorded on 23 Feb 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has YA56 ESA passed its MOT?
YA56 ESA has had 10 MOT tests with an 90% pass rate (9 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 23 Feb 2026.
Is YA56 ESA ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, YA56 ESA is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2014, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is YA56 ESA?
YA56 ESA is approximately 12 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.