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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 3 MOT tests on record, passing 2 and failing once (67% pass rate). It has 75,561 miles on the clock, averaging 7,870 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 YH56 ATO
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 75,561 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 12,374 |
| Average per year | 7,870 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 3 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 | YH56 ATO |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | YH — Leeds, Yorkshire |
| Age identifier | 56 — September 2006 to February 2007 |
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About YH56 ATO
What car is YH56 ATO?
YH56 ATO is a blue Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Leeds in 2006.
What is the mileage of YH56 ATO?
The last recorded mileage for YH56 ATO was 75,561 miles, recorded on 30 Oct 2012 during its most recent MOT test.
Has YH56 ATO passed its MOT?
YH56 ATO has had 3 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (2 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 30 Oct 2012.
Is YH56 ATO ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, YH56 ATO 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 YH56 ATO?
YH56 ATO is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.