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 14 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 4 (71% pass rate). It has 327,132 miles on the clock, averaging 19,499 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 YA56 HDL
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 327,132 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 5 |
| Average per year | 19,499 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 14 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 | YA56 HDL |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2007 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | YA — Leeds, Yorkshire |
| Age identifier | 56 — September 2006 to February 2007 |
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About YA56 HDL
What car is YA56 HDL?
YA56 HDL is a black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Leeds in 2007.
What is the mileage of YA56 HDL?
The last recorded mileage for YA56 HDL was 327,132 miles, recorded on 13 Mar 2020 during its most recent MOT test.
Has YA56 HDL passed its MOT?
YA56 HDL has had 14 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (10 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 13 Mar 2020.
Is YA56 HDL ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, YA56 HDL 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 YA56 HDL?
YA56 HDL is approximately 19 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.