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 21 MOT tests on record, passing 18 and failing 3 (86% pass rate). It has 123,481 miles on the clock, averaging 6,418 miles per year, below 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 BYT
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 123,481 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 7,909 |
| Average per year | 6,418 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 21 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 BYT |
| 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 BYT
What car is YH56 BYT?
YH56 BYT is a blue Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Leeds in 2006.
What is the mileage of YH56 BYT?
The last recorded mileage for YH56 BYT was 123,481 miles, recorded on 9 Jul 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has YH56 BYT passed its MOT?
YH56 BYT has had 21 MOT tests with an 86% pass rate (18 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 9 Jul 2026.
Is YH56 BYT ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, YH56 BYT 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 BYT?
YH56 BYT is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.