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 20 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 6 (70% pass rate). It has 136,641 miles on the clock, averaging 8,050 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 YF56 HYR
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 136,641 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 560 |
| Average per year | 8,050 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 20 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 | YF56 HYR |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | YF — Leeds, Yorkshire |
| Age identifier | 56 — September 2006 to February 2007 |
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About YF56 HYR
What car is YF56 HYR?
YF56 HYR is a black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Leeds in 2006.
What is the mileage of YF56 HYR?
The last recorded mileage for YF56 HYR was 136,641 miles, recorded on 22 Feb 2023 during its most recent MOT test.
Has YF56 HYR passed its MOT?
YF56 HYR has had 20 MOT tests with a 70% pass rate (14 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 22 Feb 2023.
Is YF56 HYR ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, YF56 HYR 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 YF56 HYR?
YF56 HYR is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.